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humane

The correct spelling is humane.

How to pronounce humane

/hjuːˈmeɪn/
adjective

IPA: /hjuːˈmeɪn/

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The correct spelling is humane. (notcomp) Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens or its closest relatives. For example: "To err is human; to forgive, divine."

Usage Examples

To err is human; to forgive, divine.

As methods of execution go, beheading is more humane than drawing and quartering.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.(notcomp) Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens or its closest relatives.
  2. 2.Having the nature or attributes of a human being.
  3. 3.Having or showing concern for the pain or suffering of another; compassionate.
  4. 4.Pertaining to branches of learning concerned with human affairs or the humanities, especially classical literature or rhetoric.

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