philanthropize

phi·lan·thro·pize

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Definitions of philanthropize word

verb with object philanthropize to treat (persons) in a philanthropic manner. 1
verb without object philanthropize to practice philanthropy. 1
verb transitive philanthropize to deal with philanthropically 0
intransitive verb philanthropize to practice philanthropy 0

before 1820

One of the 38% newest English words

First recorded in 1820-30; philanthrop(y) + -ize

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 3% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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