Select the option which means the same as the group of words given.

A person who helps others in need

samaritan

The word that best means the same as the group of words "a person who helps others in need" is samaritan.

• Donor refers to someone who gives money or other things to a charity or other organization.
• Patron refers to someone who supports an artist, musician, or other creative person financially or by providing other forms of assistance.
• Contributor refers to someone who provides something, such as money or time, to a common effort.