benefactor (Meaning)

Wordnet

benefactor (n)

a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help)

Webster

benefactor (n.)

One who confers a benefit or benefits.

FAQs About the word benefactor

a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help)One who confers a benefit or benefits.

donator,donor, fairy godmother, Maecenas, contributor,patron, altruist, subscriber, supporter, benefactress

recipient, recipient,beneficiary, donee, donee, beneficiary,, giftee,giftee

The anonymous benefactor donated a substantial sum to the local charity.

The philanthropist was a generous benefactor who supported numerous causes.

The hospital was grateful for the benefactors who funded the construction of a new wing.

The scholarship was established by a wealthy benefactor who wanted to help students pursue their education.