humanistic

/ˌhjuːməˈnɪstɪk/ /jʊˌmænɪstɪk/

Meanings

adjective

Of or pertaining to humanism.

Examples :

"The professor's approach to teaching history was very humanistic, focusing on the experiences and perspectives of everyday people, not just kings and battles. "

Related Words

experiences noun

/ɪkˈspɪə.ɹɪən.sɪz/ /ɪkˈspɪɹ.i.ən.sɪz/

The effect upon the judgment or feelings produced by any event, whether witnessed or participated in; personal and direct impressions as contrasted with description or fancies; personal acquaintance; actual enjoyment or suffering.

"It was an experience he would not soon forget."

history noun

/ˈhɪst(ə)ɹi/

The aggregate of past events.

"History repeats itself if we don’t learn from its mistakes."

pertaining verb

/pəˈteɪnɪŋ/ /pɚˈteɪnɪŋ/

To belong to or be a part of; be an adjunct, attribute, or accessory of

"The documents pertaining to my car insurance claim are now all submitted. "

everyday noun

/ˈɛvɹiˌdeɪ/

(rare) the ordinary or routine day or occasion

"My everyday is filled with work and family responsibilities. "

professor noun

/pɹəˈfɛsə/ /pɹəˈfɛsɚ/

The most senior rank for an academic at a university or similar institution, informally also known as "full professor." Abbreviated Prof.

"Professor Smith, the head of the history department, gave a fascinating lecture on the Roman Empire. "

perspectives noun

/pərˈspɛktɪvz/ /pɚˈspɛktɪvz/

A view, vista or outlook.

"Sentence: "Looking at the problem from different perspectives helped us find a better solution." "

focusing verb

/ˈfoʊkəsɪŋ/ /ˈfoʊkəsɪn/

(followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention.

"I have to focus on my work."

teaching noun

/ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/

Something taught by a religious or philosophical authority.

"Many follow the teachings of Confucius."

people noun

/ˈpiːpəl/ /ˈpipl̩/

Used as plural of person; a body of human beings considered generally or collectively; a group of two or more persons.

"There were so many people at the restaurant last night."

approach noun

/əˈpɹəʊt͡ʃ/ /əˈpɹoʊt͡ʃ/

The act of drawing near; a coming or advancing near.

"The approach to the school was blocked by a fallen tree. "

battles noun

/ˈbætl̩z/

A contest, a struggle.

"the battle of life"

humanism noun

/ˈhjuːmənɪz(ə)m/ /ˈhjumənɪz(ə)m/

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

"Professor Davis's lectures on classical literature exemplify the depth and breadth of humanism. "