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charitable

/ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bəl/
char · i · ta · ble
Adverb:charitably
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• adjective

1

Relating to the assistance of those in need, or generous in giving money and help to the poor and disadvantaged.

Example

"She made a substantial donation to several local charitable organizations."

2

Lenient, sympathetic, and forgiving when judging the actions, character, or motives of others.

Example

"To be charitable, his blunder was likely due to inexperience rather than malice."

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• Rhymes for charitable

• Nearby Words

charisma
charismatic
charismatically
charitable
charitableness
charitably
charity

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French 'charitable', derived from 'charité' (charity), which comes from Latin 'caritas' meaning dearness, high esteem, or affection, from 'carus' (dear).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Charitable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/charitable
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