good works

NOUN

philanthropy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

charity generosity

STRONG

alms alms-giving altruism assistance benefaction beneficence contribution dole donation endowment fund relief

WEAK

gifting helping hand

Antonyms

STRONG

hurt injury

NOUN

public service

Synonyms

STRONGEST

civil service

WEAK

benevolences philanthropies public life works

NOUN

social services

Synonyms

WEAK

casework community service free school lunch government-provided services relief social welfare support services welfare welfare work

NOUN

social work

Synonyms

WEAK

community service

Example Sentences

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"A history of good works can't wash away your record," he said.

From BBC

She’ll sublimate her own romantic heartache in urban renewal and other good works.

From Los Angeles Times

Inside, the walls were filled with commendations and newspaper clippings celebrating Ramos’ good works.

From Los Angeles Times

Minnie was devoted to the Salvation Army because of the church’s dedication to evangelizing and doing good works.

From Los Angeles Times

She still did good works, running L.A.’s largest soup kitchen during the Depression.

From Los Angeles Times