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humanism

/ˈhjuːmənɪz(ə)m/ /ˈhjumənɪz(ə)m/

Meanings
noun
The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship.

Examples :

"Professor Davis's lectures on classical literature exemplify the depth and breadth of humanism. "
culture literature philosophy history education
noun
An ethical system that centers on humans and their values, needs, interests, abilities, dignity and freedom; especially used for a secular one which rejects theistic religion and superstition.

Examples :

"My teacher's humanist approach to education emphasized critical thinking and personal responsibility, rather than relying on religious dogma. "
philosophy human moral culture religion society value doctrine attitude history being

Related Words

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renaissance noun

/ˈɹɛnəˌsɑns/ /ɹəˈneɪs(ə)ns/

A rebirth or revival.

"After years of decline, the town experienced a renaissance with the opening of new businesses and cultural centers. "

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superstition noun

/ˌs(j)u.pə(ɹ)ˈstɪ.ʃn̩/ /ˌs(j)u.pɚˈstɪ.ʃn̩/

A belief or beliefs, not based on human reason or scientific knowledge, that events may be influenced by one's behaviour in some magical or mystical way.

"My grandmother believed in the superstition that spilling salt would bring bad luck, so she always carefully placed the salt shaker. "

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philanthropy noun

/fɪˈlænθɹəpiː/ /fəˈlæn(t)θɹəpiː/

Benevolent altruism with the intention of increasing the well-being of humankind.

"The school's fundraising campaign exemplifies philanthropy, as the donations will improve the library and help students with their studies. "

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responsibility noun

/ɹɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪɾi/

The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable.

"Responsibility is a heavy burden."

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humanities noun

/hjuˈmæn.ɪ.tiz/

The study of Ancient Greek and Latin, their literature, history, etc., sometimes inclusive of the study of the ancient Mediterranean generally.

"The humanities department at the university offers courses on Ancient Greek literature and history. "

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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humanitarianism noun

/hjuːˌmænɪˈteəriənɪzəm/ /juːˌmænɪˈteəriənɪzəm/

Humanitarian philosophy or practice.

"Her humanitarianism led her to volunteer at the homeless shelter every weekend. "

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characterised verb

/ˈkærəktəraɪzd/ /ˈkærəktəˌraɪzd/

To depict someone or something a particular way (often negative).

"The news report characterised the protesters as violent and disruptive, even though most of them were peaceful. "

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capitalized verb

/ˈkæpɪtəˌlaɪzd/ /ˈkæpɪtlˌaɪzd/

In writing or editing, to write (something: either an entire word or text, or just the initial letter(s) thereof) in capital letters, in upper case.

"In German, all nouns are capitalized."

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intellectual noun

/ˌɪntəˈlɛk(t)ʃʊəl/

An intelligent, learned person, especially one who discourses about learned matters.

"The intellectual presented a compelling argument for a new school policy. "

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specifically adverb

/spəˈsɪf.ɪk.li/

In a specific manner, applying to or naming a particular thing or things, expressly, explicitly

"My teacher explained the new math formula specifically for students in the advanced class. "

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scholarship noun

/ˈskɒləʃɪp/ /ˈskɑːləɹʃɪp/

A grant-in-aid to a student.

"My younger sister received a scholarship to attend the university. "