humanism
nounUK /ˈhjuːmənɪzəm/
US /ˈhjuːmənɪzəm/
A way of thinking that cares most about people and being kind to everyone.
Her teacher explained that humanism is about treating all people with respect.
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2. A school subject that studies art, history, and ideas rather than science.
He studied the humanities, including literature and history.
3. A belief that people can solve problems using reason and science without relying on religion.
Secular humanism values evidence and human welfare.
4. A movement in the Renaissance that focused on ancient Greek and Roman learning.
Renaissance humanism changed how people studied art and language.