humanitarian
adjective
having concern for or helping to improve the welfare and happiness of people.
humanitarians
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pluralof humanitarian.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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But thank God we have humanitarians like Jeff and Janine Yass who still believe in lifting them up.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
"The time has come to de-escalate the conflict in Sudan and ensure the protection of civilians, health workers, and humanitarians," he said.
From BBC ● Mar. 22, 2026
The designation, humanitarians say, in effect outlaws aid deliveries to areas under Houthi control, where 70% of the population resides.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 13, 2026
By early January, humanitarians were preparing to expand operations.
From Salon ● Dec. 16, 2025
A last word to my readers: Do you wish to join forces with the humanitarians?
From Solaris Farm A Story of the Twentieth Century by Milan C. Edson
