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
Known for her humanism, emotional precision, and commitment to portraying underrepresented communities with honesty and empathy, Tsou aims to bridge cultures and challenges cinematic conventions with her work.
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2026
Cucinelli said, reiterating his stance on humanism.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
Others have invoked the humanism of Truffaut, who, like Linklater, was also interested in the serial, durational properties of narrative cinema.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 27 Sep. 2025
The spirit of his work, which earned him a humanism in medicine scholarship in medical school, is what prompted him to call Sutton-Schulman.
—Duaa Eldeib, ProPublica, 10 Sep. 2025
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2026
Cucinelli said, reiterating his stance on humanism.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
Others have invoked the humanism of Truffaut, who, like Linklater, was also interested in the serial, durational properties of narrative cinema.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 27 Sep. 2025
The spirit of his work, which earned him a humanism in medicine scholarship in medical school, is what prompted him to call Sutton-Schulman.
—Duaa Eldeib, ProPublica, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanism
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As part of a long-standing initiative to grow local philanthropy, Big Day of Giving is a 24-hour giving challenge that encourages the generosity of small and large donations to the organizations that provide support for the area’s most vulnerable communities.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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Build something sturdy enough that generosity becomes a choice rather than a sacrifice.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
7 May 2026
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Your humanity deserves to be witnessed, not just acknowledged from a distance.—
Mark Osborne,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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There’s a sincere engagement with humanity’s more difficult realities.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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And Mark aside, there are limits to my compassion.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
27 Apr. 2026
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In conclusion, the owner had only care and compassion for everyone who worked for him, and the baristas would be willing to testify to this.—
Saïd Sayrafiezadeh,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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So much kindness to me and my whole family.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
10 May 2026
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My mother's kindness had a powerful impact on me.—
Esther Ndumi Ngumbi,
NPR,
10 May 2026
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While too much unhealthy fat can raise health risks, healthy fats are essential for energy, hormone balance, and heart health.—
Vanessa Caceres,
Verywell Health,
4 May 2026
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My heart goes out to everyone impacted by the fire — the lives lost, the destruction of homes and businesses.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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People will become less impressed by polished, glamorous personas and more attuned to humanitarianism and authenticity with integrity.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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The protests were inspired by concerns of humanitarianism and justice.—
Hussein Ibish,
The Atlantic,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Humanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humanism. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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