Definition
- (noun) The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship.
- (noun) (often capitalized) Specifically, a cultural and intellectual movement in 14th-16th century Europe characterised by attention to classical culture and a promotion of vernacular texts, notably during the Renaissance.
- (noun) An ethical system that centers on humans and their values, needs, interests, abilities, dignity and freedom; especially used for a secular one which rejects theistic religion and superstition.
- (noun) Humanitarianism, philanthropy.
Word stats
- Humanism contains 8 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
- It uses 7 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 3.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 15.
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What does Humanism mean?
The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship.
How many letters are in Humanism?
Humanism has 8 letters.
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