DONATIONS Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

donations

noun

plural of donation

as in contributions

a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution a generous donation to the orphanage from an anonymous benefactor

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something given to someone without expectation of a return a chocolate cake was my donation to the office party

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Recent Examples of donations In addition to multiple scholarship donations and programs, Parton also mobilized over the years after natural disasters affected both her home state and surrounding areas. — CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026 Parton’s family has asked for donations to Imagination Library in lieu of flowers. — Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026 Lammon said local affiliates are responsible for part of the program's cost and rely heavily on donations. — Tori Mason, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026 State Bags purchases support American children and families in need through funding and supply donations. — Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026 Nebraska Sierra Club attorney Ken Winston noted that tech giants have made donations to municipal programs in Lincoln to help mitigate the impact of data centers. — Will Weissert, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026 Facebook does not operate the competition, administer donations, or determine the winner. — Ethan M. Stone, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 There’s no evidence that Davis’ donations had a causal effect on the tariffs. — Bloomberg News, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026 Saturday Morning Cartoons United also provides fundraising support for industry folks in need and grants for emerging artists, among other donations. — Marah Eakin, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Established in 2006, Music In The House gathers the nation’s music industry to salute leaders in music for both their artistic achievements and their broader contributions.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026
The Walton children are being honored for their contributions to business, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and to the state of Arkansas.

— Dylan Sherman, Arkansas Online, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of contributions

Noun

Focus and Blur A procession of gifts and drinks arrive at the reception.

— Rebecca Suhrawardi, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
The morality police, which are often accused of extreme policies, recently announced a statewide ban in Sokoto on the use of DJs at events, as well as inappropriate haircuts, extravagant bridal gifts and playing music on public transport.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of gifts

Noun

This involves understanding and speaking the client's language, translating complex technology into tangible business outcomes, and delivering compelling presentations.

— William Arruda, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
The two-hour show, which streamed live on the Queen Beauty Network, included the swimsuit and evening-gown presentations and a question-and-answer session.

— Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

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