humanitarianism
Americannoun
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humanitarian principles or practices.
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Ethics.
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the doctrine that humanity's obligations are concerned wholly with the welfare of the human race.
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the doctrine that humankind may become perfect without divine aid.
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Theology. the doctrine that Jesus Christ possessed a human nature only.
noun
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humanitarian principles
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ethics
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the doctrine that man's duty is to strive to promote the welfare of mankind
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the doctrine that man can achieve perfection through his own resources
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theol the belief that Jesus Christ was only a mortal man
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of humanitarianism
First recorded in 1825–35; humanitarian + -ism
Example Sentences
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"We're trying to combine security with humanitarianism while saving our border in line with EU law," Mr Duszczyk said.
From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2024
The Biafran airlift is widely considered a watershed moment in international humanitarianism.
From New York Times ● Jul. 19, 2023
"China, in the spirit of humanitarianism, has been trying to help the U.S. as best it can," spokesperson Wang Wenbin told a regular news briefing.
From Reuters ● Apr. 17, 2023
Clemente’s dedication to humanitarianism lives today through his family and the Roberto Clemente Foundation, which delivered food and aid to families in Puerto Rico when Hurricane Fiona ripped through the island earlier this year.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 26, 2022
"We follow a policy of enlightened humanitarianism; all our employees are automatically insured. You have only to sign a few papers."
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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