Meaning of the word humanism in English
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humanism
US /ˈhjuː.mə.nɪ.zəm/
UK /ˈhjuː.mə.nɪ.zəm/
Noun
1.
a rationalistic outlook or system of thought attaching prime importance to human rather than divine or supernatural matters
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The philosopher's work was deeply rooted in humanism.
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Secular humanism emphasizes reason and ethics over religious dogma.
2.
a Renaissance cultural movement which turned away from medieval scholasticism and revived interest in ancient Greek and Roman thought
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The art of the Renaissance was heavily influenced by humanism.
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Scholars of humanism studied classical texts to understand human nature.
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