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humane

/hjuˈmeɪn/adjective2 syllables

Humane means: marked or motivated by concern with the alleviation of suffering.

Synonyms for humane12

adjective, as in marked or motivated by concern with the alleviation of suffering

child-centered, human-centered, human-centred, humanist, humanistic, humanitarian, civilized, civilised, compassionate, human, merciful

adjective, as in pertaining to or concerned with the humanities

humanist, humanistic

adjective, as in showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement

civilized, civilised

also used for humane

mankindly

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Opposites of humane

inhumane

What does humane mean?3

adjective

1

marked or motivated by concern with the alleviation of suffering

2

pertaining to or concerned with the humanities“humanistic studies”

3

showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with humane?60

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All 60 rhymes for humane, grouped by syllable

Humane in a sentence

  • Isn't that the most humane punishment for criminals?CM
  • His way of looking after the animals is very humane.CM
  • We're taking the kittens to the humane society tomorrow afternoon.shekitten
  • The humane society will be able to treat the kittens and find them homes.shekitten
  • Solidarity is the driving motor of an intact and humane community.Miktsoanit
  • I thank all women who every day strive to build more humane and welcoming societies.Hybrid

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Forms of humane

as a adjective

comparative
humaner
superlative
humanest