charity
Translation
charity, non-profit organization, benevolence, aid
Examples
He donates to a local charity every year.
He donates to a local charity every year.
The concert raised money for charity.
The concert raised money for charity.
She showed great charity towards the poor.
She showed great charity towards the poor.
Grammar Patterns
((a charity)) an organization that helps people in need He donates to a local charity every year.
((for charity)) for the purpose of helping people in need The concert raised money for charity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (organization) non-profit, foundation; (act) aid, donation; (quality) benevolence
Etymology
From Old French 'charité', from Latin 'caritas', meaning 'affection, love', derived from 'carus' (dear).
Memory Tips
Think of 'caring' for others. 'Charity' involves caring for those in need, either through an organization or acts of kindness.