welfare

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈwɛlˌfɛə/
/ˈwɛlˌfɛɚ/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Health, safety, happiness and prosperity; well-being in any respect.

2 Definition

Various forms of financial aid provided by the government to those who are in need of it (abbreviated form of welfare assistance).

Synonyms
income support public assistance social security
3 Definition

Such payment.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To provide with welfare or aid.

Example Sentences
  • welfaring the poor