humanistic

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or concerned with human beings and their welfare, especially as opposed to being concerned primarily with material or physical matters.

  - "The university has a strong commitment to humanistic education."
  - "His approach to teaching is deeply humanistic."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with humanistic
animistic , pasticheistic

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Variants

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humanism , humanisms , humanist , humanistic , humanistically , humanists , anti-humanism , anti-humanist , anti-humanistic , anti-humanists , antihumanism , antihumanist , antihumanistic , antihumanists

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Etymology

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From humanism, from Latin humanitas 'humanity'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'humanistic' was first used in the 15th century to describe the study of classical Greek and Roman literature.

2. The American Humanist Association was founded in 1941 and is dedicated to promoting humanism as a philosophy of life.

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Related Concepts

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1. humanism: A philosophical and literary movement that began in Europe in the late 14th century and emphasized the value and worth of human beings.

2. existentialism: A philosophical movement that emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and choice.

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Culture

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Humanistic values have been a significant influence on various fields such as education, psychology, and art. Humanistic education emphasizes the importance of the individual and their personal growth, focusing on developing skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and empathy. In psychology, humanistic therapies prioritize the individual's subjective experience and potential for self-actualization. Humanistic art, particularly in the 20th century, focused on the representation of the human condition and the expression of emotions.

How to Memorize "humanistic"

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   - Imagine a group of people coming together to focus on their personal growth and well-being. Visualize a classroom where students are encouraged to explore their own thoughts and emotions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'humanistic' with the idea of valuing and caring for human beings.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create an acronym: HUMAN - Human Understanding, Motivation, Appreciation, and Nurturing.

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