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Definition of Humanism
1. Noun. The doctrine that people's duty is to promote human welfare.
Exact synonyms: Humanitarianism
Generic synonyms: Doctrine, Ism, Philosophical System, Philosophy, School Of Thought
Derivative terms: Humanist, Humanistic, Humanitarian
Generic synonyms: Doctrine, Ism, Philosophical System, Philosophy, School Of Thought
Derivative terms: Humanist, Humanistic, Humanitarian
2. Noun. The doctrine emphasizing a person's capacity for self-realization through reason; rejects religion and the supernatural.
Exact synonyms: Secular Humanism
Generic synonyms: Doctrine, Ism, Philosophical System, Philosophy, School Of Thought
Derivative terms: Humanist
Generic synonyms: Doctrine, Ism, Philosophical System, Philosophy, School Of Thought
Derivative terms: Humanist
3. Noun. The cultural movement of the Renaissance; based on classical studies.
Definition of Humanism
1. n. Human nature or disposition; humanity.
Definition of Humanism
1. the quality of being human [n -S]
Medical Definition of Humanism
1. An ethical system which emphasizes human values and the personal worth of each individual, as well as concern for the dignity and freedom of humankind. (12 Dec 1998)