humane Meaning, Definition & Usage

adjective pertaining to or concerned with the humanities
humanistic; humanist.
- humanistic studies
- a humane education
adjective marked or motivated by concern with the alleviation of suffering
adjective satellite showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement

L. humanus: cf. F. humain. See Human.

Pertaining to man; human. Obs. Jer. Taylor.
Having the feelings and inclinations creditable to man; having a disposition to treat other human beings or animals with kindness; kind; benevolent.
Of an exceeding courteous and humane inclination. Sportswood.
Humanizing; exalting; tending to refine. Syn. -- Kind; sympathizing; benevolent; mild; compassionate; gentle; tender; merciful. -- Hu*mane"ly, adv. -- Hu*mane"ness, n.