humanism

noun
/ˈhjuːmənɪz(ə)m/UK/ˈhjumənɪz(ə)m/US

Etymology

From human + -ism, borrowed from German Humanismus, coined by Friedrich Immanuel Niethammer in 1808.

  1. borrowed from Humanismus

Definitions

  1. The study of the humanities or the liberal arts

    The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship.

  2. Specifically, a cultural and intellectual movement in 14th-16th century Europe…

    Specifically, a cultural and intellectual movement in 14th-16th century Europe characterised by attention to classical culture and a promotion of vernacular texts, notably during the Renaissance.

    • There were good reasons for humanism and the Renaissance to take their origins from fourteenth-century Italy.
  3. An ethical system that centers on humans and their values, needs, interests, abilities,…

    An ethical system that centers on humans and their values, needs, interests, abilities, dignity and freedom; especially used for a secular one which rejects theistic religion and superstition.

  4. + 1 more definition
    1. Humanitarianism.

      • Near-synonyms: solidarity, philanthropy, generosity

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