humanely

hu·mane

H h

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [hyoo-meyn or, often, yoo-]
- /hyuˈmeɪn or, often, yu-/
- /hjuːˈmeɪn/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [hyoo-meyn or, often, yoo-]
- /hyuˈmeɪn or, often, yu-/

Definitions of humanely word

adjective humanely characterized by tenderness, compassion, and sympathy for people and animals, especially for the suffering or distressed: humane treatment of prisoners. 1
adjective humanely acting in a manner that causes the least harm to people or animals: humane trapping of stray pets. 1
adjective humanely of or relating to humanistic studies. 1
noun humanely In a humane way. 1
adverb humanely with mercy or compassion 1

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Parts of speech for Humanely

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adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

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humanely popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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Synonyms for humanely

adv humanely

delicately — fine in texture, quality, construction, etc.: a delicate lace collar.
politely — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.
helpfully — giving or rendering aid or assistance; of service: Your comments were very helpful.
tenderly — soft or delicate in substance; not hard or tough: a tender steak.
sympathetically — characterized by, proceeding from, exhibiting, or feeling sympathy; sympathizing; compassionate: a sympathetic listener.

adverb humanely

caringly — In a caring manner.
gently — kindly; amiable: a gentle manner.
heedfully — In a heedful manner.
emotionally — In an emotional manner; displaying emotion.
feelingly — (of the expression of an emotion or opinion) in a heartfelt way.

All 42 Synonyms of humanely

Antonyms for humanely

adv humanely

inconsiderate — without due regard for the rights or feelings of others: It was inconsiderate of him to keep us waiting.
unkindly — not kindly; unkind; ill-natured.
disagreeable — contrary to one's taste or liking; unpleasant; offensive; repugnant.

adverb humanely

cruelly — willfully or knowingly causing pain or distress to others.
disagreeably — In a disagreeable manner.

All 5 Antonyms of humanely

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