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humane

hu·mane [ hyoo máyn ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. compassionate: showing the better aspects of the human character, especially kindness and compassion

2. involving minimal pain: done without inflicting any more pain than is necessary

3. with emphasis on liberal values: with an emphasis on respect for other people's views

[15th century. Variant of human]

hu·mane·ly adverb
hu·mane·ness noun

Word Usage

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