HUMANISM

humanism, secular humanism

(noun) the doctrine emphasizing a person’s capacity for self-realization through reason; rejects religion and the supernatural

humanitarianism, humanism

(noun) the doctrine that people’s duty is to promote human welfare

humanism

(noun) the cultural movement of the Renaissance; based on classical studies

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Noun

humanism (usually uncountable, plural humanisms)

The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship. [from 19th c.]

(historical, 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. [from 19th c.]

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. [from 19th c.]

Humanitarianism, philanthropy.

Source: Wiktionary

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Hu"man*ism, n.

1. Human nature or disposition; humanity. [She] looked almost like a being who had rejected with indifference the attitude of sex for the loftier quality of abstract humanism. T. Hardy.

2. The study of the humanities; polite learning.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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