humanise

/ˈhjuːmənaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become more humane; to treat people with kindness, sympathy, and respect

“The charity aimed to humanise the refugee experience through storytelling and advocacy.”

2. verb

to make something more relatable or accessible by adding a human element

“The documentary humanised the struggles of factory workers, putting a face to the statistics.”

3. verb

to give a human quality to something, such as an object or an idea

“The artist’s sculptures humanised the abstract concepts, turning them into tangible forms.”

4. noun

the process of making something more humane or relatable

“The company’s humanisation of their customer service led to increased customer satisfaction.”

Synonyms

  • civilize
  • gentrify
  • humane
  • humanize

Antonyms

  • dehumanize
  • inhumane
  • uncivilized