humanitarian (B2)

adjective, noun

Pronunciation: /hjuːˌmænɪˈteəriən/

Definition

Concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.

Examples

• The group provides humanitarian aid to refugees.

• His humanitarian efforts have saved thousands of lives.

• The government pledged more humanitarian assistance to the war-torn country.

How to Use humanitarian

humanitarian aid (collocation)

Assistance given to people in need, especially in response to natural disasters or conflicts. — "The Red Cross delivered humanitarian aid to the earthquake victims."

humanitarian crisis (collocation)

A situation where human lives are threatened by widespread suffering and a lack of basic necessities. — "The ongoing conflict has created a severe humanitarian crisis."

humanitarian efforts (collocation)

Actions taken to improve the well-being of people. — "Her humanitarian efforts focused on providing education to children in developing countries."

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