Humanistic: meaning, definitions and examples

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humanistic

 

[ hjuːˈmæn.ɪ.stɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

philosophy approach

Humanistic refers to an approach that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, individually and collectively. It often focuses on human needs, potential, and welfare as a primary concern, contrasting with other perspectives that may prioritize divine or supernatural elements.

Synonyms

anthropocentric, human-centered, humane

Examples of usage

  • The humanistic approach in psychology focuses on personal growth.
  • Humanistic education encourages critical thinking and creativity.
  • His humanistic values led him to advocate for social justice.

Translations

Translations of the word "humanistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 humanístico

🇮🇳 मानववादी

🇩🇪 humanistisch

🇮🇩 humanistik

🇺🇦 гуманістичний

🇵🇱 humanistyczny

🇯🇵 ヒューマニスティック

🇫🇷 humanistique

🇪🇸 humanístico

🇹🇷 insani

🇰🇷 인본주의적인

🇸🇦 إنساني

🇨🇿 humanistický

🇸🇰 humanistický

🇨🇳 人文的

🇸🇮 humanističen

🇮🇸 mannúðlegur

🇰🇿 гуманистік

🇬🇪 ჰუმანისტური

🇦🇿 humanist

🇲🇽 humanístico

Word origin

The word 'humanistic' originated in the late 19th century, deriving from the term 'humanism,' which itself comes from the Latin 'humanismus,' meaning 'human nature' or 'human qualities.' This, in turn, is linked to 'humanus,' meaning 'human' in Latin. The humanist movement began during the Renaissance, emphasizing the importance of classical philosophy and human values over religious dogma. As the ideology evolved, particularly during the 20th century, humanism became more associated with secular philosophy that advocates for ethical principles based on human reasoning rather than divine intervention. Today, the term 'humanistic' is often used in various fields, including psychology, education, and philosophy, to denote a nurturing perspective that values human experience and potential.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,234, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.