volunteerism

volunteerism Definition

vol·un·teer·ism (-iz′əm)

noun

the theory or practice of being a volunteer or of using volunteers, as, without pay, in social agencies, charitable organizations, etc.

volunteerism Usage Examples

Converse of object

strengthen: International Association for Volunteer Effort promotes, celebrates, and strengthens volunteerism worldwide.

Preposition: in

class: I first got involved when I gave a speech on volunteerism in a university class and was asked where I volunteered.

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