Humanism

/hjˈuːmənˌɪzəm/

/ˈhjuməˌnɪzəm/

Humanism

a system of thought based on human values and nature in which solving human problems is considered more important than religious beliefs

the doctrine that people's duty is to promote human welfare

the cultural movement of the Renaissance; based on classical studies

Examples

1. Humanism changed the status not only of art but of artists.

2. Humanism was a significant movement during the Renaissance.

3. Renaissance humanism emphasized the power of human agency.

4. This, to me, symbolizes humanism.