HUMANITARIANISM Synonyms: 21 Similar Words

humanitarianism

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Recent Examples of humanitarianism Meanwhile, the very vocabulary of humanitarianism and antiracism has become so selectively applied or debased as to be meaningless. — Simon Sebag Montefiore, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026 Ono has also made her mark as a peace activist, and her humanitarianism runs throughout her oeuvre. — Julie L. Belcove, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026 Afrikaner organizations and refugee advocates alike question the notion of an emergency, warning that selective humanitarianism for a relatively privileged minority could further politicize and weaken global refugee protections. — Michelle Gumede, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026 People will become less impressed by polished, glamorous personas and more attuned to humanitarianism and authenticity with integrity. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026 Her openness to new experiences, understanding people, and commitment to humanitarianism, as well as her chill demeanor, make Dawn an Aquarius. — Lisa Stardust, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025

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The committee also highlighted the film’s humanism and delicate direction, its dense, multidimensional character relationships, and its meditation on love, desire and original sin.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
In a public statement, its 15-member selection committee praised the film’s overall achievement, mise-en-scène, Lee’s characteristically deep humanism and the density of its portrait of class, love and desire.

— Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of humanism

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Patel viewed it more as a high-stakes litmus test of his wealthy audience’s altruism.

— Anna Tong, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Carol is alternately enchanted and frustrated by her husband’s innocence and altruism, which led him to his not particularly remunerative career as an interpreter.

— Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 22 July 2026

Definition of altruism

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The showcase is supported by Allison Sarofim, the chair of Friends of the CFDA known for her work in the arts, film, fashion, beauty, and philanthropy.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
One of the most beloved celebrities of all time, her passing inspired a tidal wave of tributes from around the world, with Parton remembered not just for her music but for her acting career, decades of philanthropy and advocacy.

— Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of philanthropy

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Catholics are specifically asked to practice prayer, fasting and almsgiving.

— Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Apr. 2026
Additionally, practitioners are to give alms, called almsgiving, a practice of donating goods or services to the poor as a way of being charitable.

— Matthew Kayser, Ascend Agency, 26 Feb. 2026

Definition of almsgiving

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