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humanization

American  
[hyoo-muhn-iz-ay-shuhn, hyoo-muhn-ahyz-ay-shuhn] / ˌhyu mən ɪzˈeɪ ʃən, ˌhyu mən aɪzˈeɪ ʃən /

noun

  1. the act or process of making or becoming humane or human.


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And they found this could even happen with indoor plants, which they found increased feelings of humanization of others and self-transcendence.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2025

For me, it’s a tough tightrope to walk, and that’s why I lead with humanization and love when I write about this world and these characters.

From New York Times • Jun. 3, 2022

"We believe firmly that the Security Council sanctions apparatus requires a strong dose of humanization."

From Reuters • Feb. 7, 2022

“I’m interested in the humanization of our heroes.”

From Seattle Times • Dec. 15, 2021

But indispensable were they in the world's humanization and civilization: that is enough to say of them.

From From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey by Howe, Julia Ward

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