humanism

== English == === Etymology === From human +‎ -ism, borrowed from German Humanismus, coined by Friedrich Immanuel Niethammer in 1808. === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˈhjuːmənɪz(ə)m/ (General American) IPA(key): /ˈhjumənɪz(ə)m/ === Noun === humanism (usually uncountable, plural humanisms) The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship. [from 19th c.] (historical, often capitalized) Specifically, a cultural and intellectual movement in 14th-16th century Europe characterised by attention to classical culture and a promotion of vernacular texts, notably during the Renaissance. [from 19th c.] An ethical system that centers on humans and their values, needs, interests, abilities, dignity and freedom; especially used for a secular one which rejects theistic religion and superstition. [from 19th c.] Humanitarianism. Near-synonyms: solidarity, philanthropy, generosity ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== ==== Translations ==== ==== See also ==== === Further reading === Humanism on Wikipedia.Wikipedia Renaissance humanism on Wikipedia.Wikipedia