charitable
Translation
charitable, generous, benevolent
Examples
She is known for her charitable work.
She is known for her charitable work.
He gave a charitable donation to the hospital.
He gave a charitable donation to the hospital.
Please be charitable in your judgment of him.
Please be charitable in your judgement of him.
Grammar Patterns
charitable ((noun)) charitable (noun) They run a charitable organization.
be charitable ((to/towards sb.)) to be kind to (sb.) Please be charitable towards him.
Similar Words
Synonyms: generous, benevolent, kind; Antonyms: uncharitable, selfish
Etymology
From 'charity' + '-able' (adjective-forming suffix). 'Charity' comes from Latin 'caritas' (love, affection).
Memory Tips
Someone who is 'charitable' is 'able' to give to 'charity'.