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Humanism Definition & Meaning

humanism
noun
  1. the doctrine that people's duty is to promote human welfare
  2. the doctrine emphasizing a person's capacity for self- realization through reason; rejects religion and the supernatural
  3. the cultural movement of the Renaissance; based on classical studies

"Humanism" in song lyrics

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  • "with this rampant nationalization; we're not dealin in humanism"
    Chubb Rock f/ 3rd Bass + more — Bring 'Em Home Safely
  • "Risen from the prison of humanism"
    Downtown Science — Radioactive
  • "Revolution is not humanism!"
    X-Clan — Fire & Earth (100% Natural)

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Frequently asked questions

What does humanism mean?
the doctrine that people's duty is to promote human welfare the doctrine emphasizing a person's capacity for self- realization through reason; rejects religion and the supernatural the cultural movement of the Renaissance; based on classical studies
What part of speech is humanism?
Humanism is a noun.
How many definitions does humanism have?
Humanism has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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