humane humane /hjuːˈmeɪn/

adjective

1. () Pertaining to or concerned with the humanities  ( humanist , humanistic , humane )
   pertaining to or concerned with the humanities
    Humanistic studies
   humanistic studies
    A humane education
   a humane education
   
2. Showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement  ( humane )
   showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement
   
3. Marked or motivated by concern with the alleviation of suffering  ( humane )
   marked or motivated by concern with the alleviation of suffering