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as in compassionate
having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others
humane guards who treated the prisoners decently the Geneva conventions spelled out standards for the humane treatment of prisoners of war
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as in sympathetic
having or showing the capacity for sharing the feelings of another
the movie's humane depiction of people who are physically and mentally challenged
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Recent Examples of humane
Carmel Valley takes a more humane approach.
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David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The safest and most humane response is usually patience.
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Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
Since the facility opened, immigration advocates said the tents were never safe or humane to hold people.
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ABC News,
17 June 2026
Jeffrey Lee was scheduled to be put to death on July 11 for a 1998 double murder, but challenged the relatively new form of execution — a kind of asphyxiation by gas — which has led to some inmates dying slow, painful death, despite claims that the method is more humane than others.
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Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for humane
David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The safest and most humane response is usually patience.
—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
Since the facility opened, immigration advocates said the tents were never safe or humane to hold people.
—
ABC News,
17 June 2026
Jeffrey Lee was scheduled to be put to death on July 11 for a 1998 double murder, but challenged the relatively new form of execution — a kind of asphyxiation by gas — which has led to some inmates dying slow, painful death, despite claims that the method is more humane than others.
—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humane
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Weeks’ mother described her daughter as passionate about music and justice, witty and compassionate.
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Such a bond occurs when a judge grants a compassionate release for inmates who are in failing health and no longer a threat to the community.
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The most remarkable performance in the film, however, may be that of real-life counselor Annette Deao, whose firm hand and sympathetic guidance lend Union County its stoic nature.
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Ever since Hayden Herrera published her landmark biography of Frida in 1983, Kahlo has been perceived as a sympathetic figure.
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Hostile and benevolent sexism are early indicators of deeper problems.
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Amazed to discover her treasure-trove apartment, Julián also discovers his own Caribbean heritage and the lively Brooklyn community he is surrounded by, in a loveable, benevolent family-friendly feature.
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Inside is super-clean and nice, and the servers were very kind and attentive.
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The two brothers have had nothing but kind things to say about each other, and have managed to fend off any chatter about a sibling rivalry.
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“Humane.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humane. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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