do-gooder

/ˌdu ˌˈgʊdər/
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Definitions of do-gooder
  1. noun
    someone devoted to the promotion of human welfare and to social reforms
    synonyms: humanitarian, improver
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    type of:
    benefactor, helper
    a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help)
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