as in generosity
concern for human welfare (as shown through philanthropic activities)
The humanism of the couple was revealed when they welcomed those displaced by the fire into their home.
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Recent Examples of humanism
Yet the humanism of that idea is so complicated by the ending.
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Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2025
Tina Fey communicated moral authority by shredding the misogyny of the 2000s; Seth Meyers brought a wry humanism while also coming off like the world’s most exasperated MSNBC addict; Norm MacDonald crossed every possible line and didn’t seem too worried about it.
—Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 17 May 2025
The first non-Italian Pope in 450 years, the Pole spoke about tennis as an instrument of humanism and solidarity.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
His account begins in the Spanish colonial period, when Spaniards and other Europeans debated the philosophical underpinnings of conquest and slavery, setting in motion an ideological battle between humanism and barbarism which, Grandin thinks, continues to this day.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2025
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Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2025
Tina Fey communicated moral authority by shredding the misogyny of the 2000s; Seth Meyers brought a wry humanism while also coming off like the world’s most exasperated MSNBC addict; Norm MacDonald crossed every possible line and didn’t seem too worried about it.
—Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 17 May 2025
The first non-Italian Pope in 450 years, the Pole spoke about tennis as an instrument of humanism and solidarity.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
His account begins in the Spanish colonial period, when Spaniards and other Europeans debated the philosophical underpinnings of conquest and slavery, setting in motion an ideological battle between humanism and barbarism which, Grandin thinks, continues to this day.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanism
Noun
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Unfortunately, a drunken Ben makes a heinous error in judgment that abruptly extinguishes the generosity of their hosts.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
27 June 2025
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Other thinkers have reflected on the generosity of the shrub and its fruit.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
27 June 2025
Noun
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In other words, the most future-proof skill might just be your humanity.—
Julia Sullivan,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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The movie establishes a world in which humanity has known about the existence of metahumans (super-powered beings) for 300 years.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Thank you for taking action and getting the awesome ranger on the scene with her compassion!—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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In this country, abandoned by God and government, the only consolation is the compassion and silent heroism of a few human beings.—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Politeness and kindness are attributes that parents want to reinforce and encourage in their children.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Parents,
7 July 2025
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Lunches, meetings, phone calls, always Mark’s delicious southern drawl infusing us with his spirit and kindness.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Brands should take the importance of sustainability measures to heart and weave their commitment to the environment into their messaging—but with care.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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All three forms—fiction, poetry, and essay—feel present in this sweeping reflection from a troubled heart.—
Literary Hub
July 1,
Literary Hub,
1 July 2025
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“Humanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humanism. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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