Dictionary entry

Humane

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Hu‐mane″ (?), a. [L. humanus: cf. F. humain. See Human.] 1. Pertaining to man; human. Jer. Taylor.

2. 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.

3. Humanizing; exalting; tending to refine.

Syn. — Kind; sympathizing; benevolent; mild; compassionate; gentle; tender; merciful.

— Hu‐mane″ly, adv. — Hu‐mane″ness, n.