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humanism Synonyms
Another word for humanism
Choosing another word for humanism depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A rationalist outlook or philosophical system of thought that attaches prime importance to human dignity, agency, and welfare rather than divine or supernatural matters.
Usage Example
"Her ethical philosophy is grounded in secular anthropocentrism and a belief in universal human rights."
Weak
anthropocentrism
secularism
humanitarianism
• noun (Context 2)
A Renaissance cultural and intellectual movement that turned away from medieval scholasticism and revived interest in ancient Greek and Roman literature, art, and civic learning.
Usage Example
"The spread of classicism across fourteenth-century Italy transformed university curricula and artistic patronage."
Weak
classicism
Opposites of humanism
The opposite of humanism shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
antihumanism
scholasticism
theocentrism
nihilism
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Humanism. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/humanism