Charity

Meaning

the voluntary giving of help to those in need; kindness and tolerance in judging others

an organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need; kindness and tolerance in judging others

Example Sentences

The wealthy businessman donated millions to charity for education.

The charity raised funds to support homeless families.

Example Expressions

charity begins at home

Synonyms

philanthropy, generosity, kindness, compassion, organization

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philanthropy, generosity, kindness, compassion

Entry 2

philanthropy, generosity, organization, kindness

Antonyms

selfishness, greed, cruelty

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selfishness, greed, cruelty

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selfishness, greed

Collocations

donate to charity, charity work, charity organization, charity event, give to charity

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donate to charity, charity work, charity organization

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charity event, charity organization, give to charity, charity work