donations

NOUN

gift

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aid allowance appropriation assistance bequest charity contribution endowment grant handout help relief subscription subsidy

STRONG

alms benefaction beneficence boon dole gratuity lump offering philanthropy pittance present presentation ration subvention write-off

WEAK

a hand do one's part gifting helping hand

Antonyms

STRONGEST

blockage hindrance hurt injury loss obstruction stop

Example Sentences

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Izaguirre, who was taken in by a relative after losing his home, told AFP the donations were indispensable.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

For decades, Congress has distinguished between direct donations to candidates and independent spending by individuals or groups during political campaigns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

By midafternoon, a U-haul truck next to the restaurant was filled with donations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

The alleged irregularities in the handling of donations and offerings made by devotees were first made by Mahipal Singh, who previously supervised the trust's accounts team and is now being called the "whistleblower".

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

“Even before the hurricane, Brother’s Keeper collected donations and distributed food and clothing and other necessities to the folks in our community who needed them most.”

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz