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humanely

/hjuːˈmeɪnli/
hu · mane · ly
Adjective:humane
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• adverb

1

In a manner marked by compassion, sympathy, and consideration for the welfare of humans or animals, especially by minimizing pain or suffering.

Example

"The wildlife sanctuary ensures that all rescued animals are treated humanely while they recover from their injuries."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'humanely' (with compassion and benevolence) with 'humanly' (by human means or within the range of human capability, as in 'humanly possible').

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human
humana
humane
humanely
humaneness
humanism
humanist

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'humane' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'; 'humane' derives from Latin 'humanus' (meaning 'human, philanthropic, or kind'), which split into 'human' and 'humane' as distinct spellings in the early 18th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Humanely. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/humanely
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