Humanist
(noun)
- A person who studies and is informed about the arts and sciences and the humanities, and who seeks to promote human welfare.
- A person who believes in the importance of human rather than divine or supernatural affairs.
- A person who values the dignity of the human being and seeks to achieve the full development of the individual through education and culture.
Origin:
Late 15th century, from latin humanista, from humanus 'human', from homo 'human being'.
Examples:
- As a humanist, John always advocated for the promotion of human welfare.
- The humanist philosophy stresses the importance of education and reason.
- The organization's mission is to promote humanist values and help people lead fulfilling lives.
- His beliefs were rooted in the humanist idea of dignity and the worth of the individual.
- She was a proud member of the local humanist group and advocated for secularism.