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
That humanism makes the film’s creeping discomfort even more effective.
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Kate Siegel, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024
Merkel’s decision not to close Germany’s borders to a huge wave of refugees was an act of humanism.
—Constanze Stelzenmüller, Foreign Affairs, 20 Apr. 2021
There was an opening with humanism and with these wealthy patrons, but also there was a huge sense of (them) pushing each other and competing with each other.
—Marco Della Cava, USA TODAY, 18 Nov. 2024
Directed by Roy Ward Baker, this 1958 adaptation of Walter Lord’s nonfiction book about the sinking of the Titanic is a great example of meticulous observation and humanism.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 July 2024
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Kate Siegel, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024
Merkel’s decision not to close Germany’s borders to a huge wave of refugees was an act of humanism.
—Constanze Stelzenmüller, Foreign Affairs, 20 Apr. 2021
There was an opening with humanism and with these wealthy patrons, but also there was a huge sense of (them) pushing each other and competing with each other.
—Marco Della Cava, USA TODAY, 18 Nov. 2024
Directed by Roy Ward Baker, this 1958 adaptation of Walter Lord’s nonfiction book about the sinking of the Titanic is a great example of meticulous observation and humanism.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanism
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The 2025 World Happiness Report ranks more than 140 countries based on a number of factors, including life expectancy, freedom from corruption, and generosity.—
Passport by ForbesLife,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Several factors, including inequality, generosity, freedom, life expectancy and perceptions of corruption, all contribute to the rankings – but one question related to happiness is weighed heavily by researchers.—
Andrea Margolis,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
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The Myth of the Lone Genius The third myth is the archetype of the lone genius, toiling away in solitude and isolation to deliver humanity’s next great leap forward.—
Mark Nevins,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Not heavily reliant on an explanation or plea for humanity from the audience.—
Isha Sharma,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2025
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Founded on principles of compassion, their treatments blend clinical psychology and Eastern philosophy together, which many have found to be a beneficial approach.—
Kara Markley Sterling,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2025
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Beyond lessons, volunteers offer support and compassion to ensure that the next generation doesn’t lose hope during one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world.—
Abdulghani Aqlan,
The Christian Science Monitor,
24 Mar. 2025
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The capital city of the world’s happiest country exemplifies what makes Finland such an ideal spot for happiness—not just focusing on health or wealth alone, Helsinki places emphasis on things like community, kindness, trust in society, and easy access to nature and green spaces.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Those include bullying, friendship, school, kindness/empathy, self-worth/confidence, and mental health/well-being.—
Liz Regalia,
Parents,
20 Mar. 2025
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With tech in one hand and heart in the other, Riri is forced to navigate a new kind of battle—one that challenges her intellect, her upbringing, and her purpose.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
30 Mar. 2025
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But against a champion like Djokovic, heart and head were not enough.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Humanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humanism. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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