Benefactor

Noun

Definition: A person who gives help, especially financial assistance, to another.

Synonyms: Patron, Supporter, Backer

Antonyms: Recipient, Beneficiary

Examples:
  • The local philanthropist acted as a benefactor for the community center.
  • The anonymous benefactor donated a large sum of money to the charity.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of a benefactor as someone who benefits another person through their support.

Etymology:

Origin:

Late Middle English from Latin 'benefactor', from bene 'well' + factor 'doer'.

Historical Usage:

The word 'benefactor' has been used in English since the late Middle Ages with a consistent meaning of someone who gives assistance or support.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Benefactor of mankind"

Explanation:

A person who has made significant contributions or improvements for the benefit of all humanity.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'benefactor' with 'beneficiary'.

Explanation:

A benefactor is someone who gives help, while a beneficiary is someone who receives help or benefits from another.

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