English · Adjectives
charitable
ˈtʃærɪtəbl
[ˈtʃærɪtəbl]
generous and kind to others
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Willing to give help, money, or kindness to those in need.
Example
She is charitable and donates to many causes.
She is charitable and donates to many causes.
Etymology
From 'charity', from Latin 'caritas' meaning 'dearness, love'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes giving, generous behaviour toward the needy.