noun
someone devoted to the promotion of human welfare and to social reforms
Synonyms
noun
an advocate of the principles of humanism
Synonyms
Examples
- someone concerned with the interests and welfare of humans
adjective
marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare
Synonyms
Examples
- a humane physician
- released the prisoner for humanitarian reasons
- respect and humanistic regard for all members of our species
adjective
of or relating to or characteristic of humanitarianism
Examples
- humanitarian aid