humanitarian — a person who seeks to promote human welfare and social reform
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who seeks to promote human welfare and social reform
Pronunciation (IPA): /hjuːˌmænɪˈteriən/
Example Sentences
- The billionaire turned humanitarian decided to donate his entire fortune to building schools instead of buying another yacht.
- Even Superman would be jealous of this humanitarian's ability to save people without flying.
- The UN launched a major humanitarian mission in the conflict zone.
humanitarian
NOUN[/hjuːˌmænɪˈteriən/]
a person who seeks to promote human welfare and social reform
Humanitarian workers provide aid to those in need.
"Humanitarian action needs no auditorium — every act of kindness builds a better forum."
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'humanitas', meaning 'human nature' or 'humanity'. It evolved in the 18th century to denote a person devoted to the welfare and interests of human beings, particularly regarding compassion and ethical concerns for mankind.
Breakdown
humanitas (humanity, human nature) + -arian (one who believes in or practices). The suffix -arian forms nouns describing adherents of a principle or ideology.
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📝Examples
“The billionaire turned humanitarian decided to donate his entire fortune to building schools instead of buying another yacht.”
“Even Superman would be jealous of this humanitarian's ability to save people without flying.”
“The UN launched a major humanitarian mission in the conflict zone.”
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