1
: marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals
humane prison guards
a more humane way of treating farm animals
2
: characterized by or tending to broad humanistic culture : humanistic
humane studies
humanely
adverb
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Examples of humane in a Sentence
It's not humane to treat animals that way.
Conditions in the prison are more humane now.
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One significant concern is the inadequate education provided to participants regarding humane euthanasia methods.
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Brandon Rahe, Orlando Sentinel, 30 June 2024
The Florida Immigrant Coalition called on state and federal officials Wednesday to provide humane treatment and support to the migrants.
—Deon J. Hampton, NBC News, 27 June 2024
Effective and more humane alternatives to detention enable people seeking asylum and other immigrants in the United States to receive medical care in their local communities.
—Jimmy Jenkins, The Arizona Republic, 25 June 2024
With over 20 years of experience restructuring nonprofits and businesses, Carol is dedicated to shifting attention toward a more humane corporate world where relationships, organic growth, and respect are paramount.
—Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 21 June 2024
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Brandon Rahe, Orlando Sentinel, 30 June 2024
The Florida Immigrant Coalition called on state and federal officials Wednesday to provide humane treatment and support to the migrants.
—Deon J. Hampton, NBC News, 27 June 2024
Effective and more humane alternatives to detention enable people seeking asylum and other immigrants in the United States to receive medical care in their local communities.
—Jimmy Jenkins, The Arizona Republic, 25 June 2024
With over 20 years of experience restructuring nonprofits and businesses, Carol is dedicated to shifting attention toward a more humane corporate world where relationships, organic growth, and respect are paramount.
—Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 21 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for humane
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“Humane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/humane. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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