giver

noun

giv·​er ˈgi-vər How to pronounce giver (audio)
Synonyms of givernext
: one that gives : donor

Examples of giver in a Sentence

a giver of unwanted advice
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Experts warn that fewer big donors—or big donors giving less—would place a larger burden on middle-class givers to bridge a gap that isn’t realistic as financial pressures for less-wealthy households increase. — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026 The distinction may come down less to whether AI was involved and more to whether the giver supplied the personal knowledge and made the final choice. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2026 It's not taught to us in medical school how to be a good hope-giver. — Charles E. Owubah, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Her compassionate spirit aligns with Pisces, the sign of the ultimate giver. — Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for giver

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of giver was in the 14th century

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give priority
giver
give rise to
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