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Humanitarian

Definition:

Adjective: relating to or concerned with the wellbeing and welfare of humans, especially those in need.

Noun: a person who works actively to promote human welfare and supports charitable causes.

Sense 1:

Adjective: showing or motivated by concern for human welfare.

Example sentence:

• She has dedicated her life to humanitarian work, helping impoverished communities around the world.

Related products: Humanitarian Work

Sense 2:

Noun: someone who engages in humanitarian activities.

Example sentence:

• The humanitarians from various organizations joined forces to provide aid to the disaster-stricken region.

Related products: Humanitarian Aid