antiphilanthropy
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/ˌæn.ti.fɪˈlæn.θrə.pi/
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/ˌæn.tɪ.fɪˈlæn.θrə.pi/
against charity
Etymology
'antiphilanthropy' originates from Greek elements: the prefix 'anti-' (Greek) meaning 'against' combined with 'philanthropy' from Greek 'philanthrōpia' where 'philos' meant 'loving' and 'anthrōpos' meant 'mankind' (so 'philanthrōpia' meant 'love of mankind').
'antiphilanthropy' is a modern English formation created by attaching the prefix 'anti-' to the older English word 'philanthropy', which itself entered English via Latin and Middle English from Greek 'philanthrōpia'.
Literally it would have meant 'against love of mankind', but in modern usage it has come to mean specifically 'opposition to charitable giving, philanthropic institutions, or the influence of donors'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
opposition to or hostility toward philanthropy or charitable giving; the belief or stance that philanthropic activities, charitable institutions, or donor influence are harmful, unnecessary, or should be limited.
Her writing articulated a form of antiphilanthropy, arguing that large-scale charitable foundations can undermine democratic accountability.
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Last updated: 2025/12/05 03:17