Meaning
Pertaining to the promotion of human welfare and the alleviation of suffering, particularly in contexts involving aid, support, and advocacy for individuals or communities facing crises or injustices, often emphasizing ethical considerations and moral res
💡 The term "humanitarian" is often misused to describe any charitable action; however, it specifically relates to efforts that address urgent human needs in a compassionate and ethical manner, particularly in contexts of conflict or disaster.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
Saturday
,
Maya
spends
a
few
hours
at
the
community
centre
where
she
helps
coordinate
a
local
fundraising
project
.
The
initiative
began
when
a
small
group
of
neighbours
decided
they
could
support
an
international
humanitarian
campaign
by
selling
homemade
pastries
and
plants
.
Although
the
sums
collected
are
modest
,
the
volunteers
carefully
plan
each
stall
and
publicity
post
to
maximise
impact
.
Maya
enjoys
the
practical
challenge
of
balancing
schedules
and
budgets
,
and
she
always
asks
for
feedback
so
the
team
can
improve
.
By
the
end
of
the
morning
they
tally
the
donations
,
share
a
cup
of
tea
,
and
discuss
how
to
reach
more
people
next
month
.
Common Phrases
humanitarian aid
humanitarian crisis
humanitarian intervention
Synonyms
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