humane

/hjuːˈmeɪn/adjective

Showing kindness and compassion, and causing as little suffering as possible.

Example sentences

“The charity campaigns for humane treatment of farm animals.”
“Officials looked for a humane way to manage the stray cats.”

Note the difference from 'human': 'humane' is about kindness, 'human' about the species. Stress falls on the second syllable.

Synonyms for humane

compassionate
kind
merciful
humanitarian

Antonyms

inhumane
cruel
brutal

Often confused with humane

humane vs human

Find it in: Positive words.

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