Synonyms
Etymology

1. charity

noun. ['ˈtʃɛrɪti'] a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals).

Etymology

  • charité (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
  • caritas (Latin)

Rhymes with Charity

  • unpopularity
  • insularity
  • dexterity
  • vulgarity
  • severity
  • austerity
  • asperity
  • clarity
  • verity
  • varity
  • rarity
  • gerrity
  • gerety
  • garrity

How do you pronounce charity?

Pronounce charity as ˈʧɛrɪti.

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2. charity

noun. ['ˈtʃɛrɪti'] an activity or gift that benefits the public at large.

Synonyms

Etymology

  • charité (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
  • caritas (Latin)

3. charity

noun. ['ˈtʃɛrɪti'] a kindly and lenient attitude toward people.

Etymology

  • charité (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
  • caritas (Latin)

4. charity

noun. ['ˈtʃɛrɪti'] an institution set up to provide help to the needy.

Etymology

  • charité (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
  • caritas (Latin)