Altruist
n.kind, thoughtfulformal
What it means
A person who consistently acts for others' welfare without seeking personal reward.
Reach for it when praising a pattern of selfless conduct rather than one generous gesture
The quiet altruist organized the supplies and declined public credit.
Choose between these
6- everyday
practical assistance matters without a motive claim
not when Helper is much broader and says nothing about self-interest.
- warm
good Samaritan
a stranger gives spontaneous aid
not when The phrase describes one intervention and carries a biblical reference.
- warm
selfless person
lack of personal gain should be explicit
not when Calling a person selfless can erase healthy boundaries.
- professional
organized work protects human welfare
not when Humanitarian describes a field or mission and may involve paid work.
- formal
material support substantially benefits others
not when Benefactor emphasizes resources and can create dependence or status.
- formal
significant charitable giving is the established role
not when Philanthropist often implies wealth and public identity.
Said against
3- egoist
- opportunist
- exploiter
It naturally appears in
3- committed altruist
A committed altruist, Mara gave time as well as money.
- effective altruist
The effective altruist compared evidence before choosing a charity.
- quiet altruist
The quiet altruist repaired bicycles without signing his work.