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
Louis Black [Editor and publisher, The Austin Chronicle; cofounder, South by Southwest]: The Butthole Surfers never lost sight of their humanism.
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Pat Blashill, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2025
Ashby’s influence lives on — in the patient realism of Kelly Reichardt, in the humanism of Alexander Payne, in the quiet despair of Noah Baumbach.
—Arkansas Online, 24 July 2025
De Niro received an Oscar nomination for his unforgettable performance, and Williams brings a gentle humanism to a role that could have easily slipped into sentimentality.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025
Such an approach is an important current within literary criticism, and a tonic against our book culture’s reflexive humanism, which can become its own kind of kitsch.
—Charles Finch, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
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Pat Blashill, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2025
Ashby’s influence lives on — in the patient realism of Kelly Reichardt, in the humanism of Alexander Payne, in the quiet despair of Noah Baumbach.
—Arkansas Online, 24 July 2025
De Niro received an Oscar nomination for his unforgettable performance, and Williams brings a gentle humanism to a role that could have easily slipped into sentimentality.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025
Such an approach is an important current within literary criticism, and a tonic against our book culture’s reflexive humanism, which can become its own kind of kitsch.
—Charles Finch, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanism
Noun
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Until then, the museum had relied largely on the generosity of wealthy patrons donating the contents of their wardrobe.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
11 Oct. 2025
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Thank you for your kindness, your generosity, your talent, and above all, your laughter.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Oct. 2025
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Workplace CultureMost Powerful Women Brené Brown says the key to surviving AI is rejecting Jack Welch’s advice and embracing humanity.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
13 Oct. 2025
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Still, another way to view it is that AI is the latest tool in humanity’s long history of shaping and distorting narratives.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
13 Oct. 2025
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Now cancer-free, O’Connell hopes her story serves as both an inspiration and a reminder of the importance of compassion, awareness, and authenticity in how people support the breast cancer community.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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Taylor’s initiative, compassion, and leadership inspire others and reflect the very best of Chaparral.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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What may seem like a spontaneous act of kindness—or a bargain—can quickly turn into a serious financial and emotional commitment.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Her leadership and kindness have made a lasting impact on our school community.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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There’s a common theme with Steen, Arbour and Jackman — all three players were heart-and-soul players with the Blues.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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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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Her openness to new experiences, understanding people, and commitment to humanitarianism, as well as her chill demeanor, make Dawn an Aquarius.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Humanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humanism. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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