humanist

/hjˈumʌnɪst/

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Definitions

Adjective
of or pertaining to Renaissance humanism; "the humanistic revival of learning"
Adjective
of or pertaining to a philosophy asserting human dignity and man''s capacity for fulfillment through reason and scientific method and often rejecting religion; "the humanist belief in continuous emergent evolution"- Wendell Thomas
Adjective
pertaining to or concerned with the humanities; "humanistic studies"; "a humane education"
Adjective Satellite
marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare; "a humane physician"; "released the prisoner for humanitarian reasons"; "respect and humanistic regard for all members of our species"
Noun
a classical scholar or student of the liberal arts
Noun
an advocate of the principles of humanism; someone concerned with the interests and welfare of humans