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.
Other Word Forms
- humanitarianist noun
Etymology
Origin of humanitarianism
First recorded in 1825–35; humanitarian + -ism
Example Sentences
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South Koreans accused Japan of lack of contrition and lack of humanitarianism.
From Washington Times
“The drug lord is more honest and more humane than those peddling fake humanitarianism.”
From Seattle Times
This echoes the theology of the religious right, which has turned its back on science, progress and humanitarianism because the Rapture may come at any moment.
From Salon
South Korea's Yoon said the North's recent provocations showed its regime's "nature against humanitarianism", while Japan's Kishida said its actions were "unprecedented" and more provocations could be expected from Pyongyang.
From Reuters
They’ll get disaster aid to where it’s needed and humanitarian assistance to those cast adrift because that’s how humanitarianism is defined.
From Los Angeles Times
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