The humanism
Example: The humanism movement values kindness and respect for everyone.
Definition
"The humanism" is a philosophical stance emphasizing the value, dignity, and agency of human beings, individually and collectively. It advocates for reason, ethics, and justice while often rejecting supernatural beliefs, promoting kindness and respect for all people.
Etymology
"The humanism" derives from the Latin word 'humanitas,' meaning human nature or kindness. It evolved through the Renaissance period, where scholars revived classical learning focusing on human potential and achievements. Did you know? The term originally referred to a literary movement before expanding into broader philosophical ideas.
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"The humanism" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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