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philanthropy
[/fɪˈlænθrəpi/]
noun
feminine
pl: philanthropies
filantropia
1.
The practice of giving money and time to help make life better for other people
Her philanthropy has changed the lives of thousands of children.
Sua filantropia mudou a vida de milhares de crianças.
2.
Love for or devotion to mankind; benevolence toward humanity
His acts of philanthropy were driven by genuine philanthropy, not publicity.
Seus atos de caridade eram movidos por verdadeira filantropia, não por publicidade.
Synonyms
charity
benevolence
altruism
generosity
humanitarianism
charitable giving
Antonyms
selfishness
misanthropy
stinginess
avarice
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
filantropia
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
filantropia
Standard usage, no regional variation
São Paulo
filantropia
Standard usage, no regional variation
Portugal
filantropia
Standard usage, occasionally 'obras de caridade' as alternative
Related Idioms & Phrases
acts of philanthropy
philanthropic endeavors
philanthropic work
engaged in philanthropy
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