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Thesaurus: charity

Love; universal benevolence; good will.

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  1. n. Love; universal benevolence; good will.
  2. n. Liberality in judging of men and their actions; a disposition which inclines men to put the best construction on the words and actions of others.
  3. n. Liberality to the poor and the suffering, to benevolent institutions, or to worthy causes; generosity.
  4. n. Whatever is bestowed gratuitously on the needy or suffering for their relief; alms; any act of kindness.
  5. n. A charitable institution, or a gift to create and support such an institution; as, Lady Margaret's charity.
  6. n. a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)
  7. n. a kindly and lenient attitude toward people
  8. n. an activity or gift that benefits the public at large
  9. n. pinnate-leaved European perennial having bright blue or white flowers
  10. n. an institution set up to provide help to the needy