humane
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"The use of such restrictive spaces is highly unconventional and does not align with standards for humane treatment."
From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026
The five countries said the model would help make the migration system "more humane".
From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026
"If you care about having the conversation, surely you want to try in a humane way to convince the other person, not do away with them," she told the New York Times.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
“Decisions involving the humane euthanasia of an animal are difficult and complex,” the county agency said in a written statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
She waged a campaign to invent a more humane trap for game-hunting.
From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman
Vocabulary lists containing humane
100 SAT Words Beginning with "H"
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Bet" by Anton Chekhov
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Stranger
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
