of or relating to or characteristic of humanitarianism; humanitarian aid'
humanitarian (adj.)
someone devoted to the promotion of human welfare and to social reforms
an advocate of the principles of humanism; someone concerned with the interests and welfare of humans
[ Syn: humanist ]
humanitarian (n.)
marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare; a humane physician; released the prisoner for humanitarian reasons; respect and humanistic regard for all members of our species
[ Syn: human-centered , human-centred , humanist , humanistic ]