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Humanities

/hjuˈmæn.ɪ.tiz/ · noun

Meaning

plural of humanity.

Definitions by Sense

  1. plural of humanity
  2. (obsolete) Synonym of classical studies: the study of Ancient Greek and Latin, their literature, etc.
  3. The study of language, literature, the arts, history, and philosophy, sometimes including religion.

Example Sentences

The Old Church is one of nearly 240 recipients of grants awarded by NEH for humanities projects in support of the preservation of historic collections, humanities documentaries and exhibitions, scholarly books and research, and educational opportunities for teachers, according to the agency’s website.

Synonyms for humanities

Antonyms for humanities

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Usage Notes

Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does humanities mean?

Humanities means plural of humanity.

What is a synonym for humanities?

Common synonyms include humanistic discipline, humanities, classical studies, belles-lettres.

What is the opposite of humanities?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use humanities in a sentence?

The Old Church is one of nearly 240 recipients of grants awarded by NEH for humanities projects in support of the preservation of historic collections, humanities documentaries and exhibitions, scholarly books and research, and educational opportunities for teachers, according to the agency’s website.

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