humanitarian

The definition of a humanitarian is a person who cares about people and who often participates in charity or does good work to show that care.

(noun)

An example of a humanitarian is a person who gives time and money to relieve the suffering of humanity.

See humanitarian in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a person devoted to promoting the welfare of humanity, esp. through the elimination of pain and suffering; philanthropist
an adherent of humanitarianism (sense )

adjective

See humanitarian in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

One who is devoted to the promotion of human welfare and the advancement of social reforms; a philanthropist.

adjective

Of, relating to, or characteristic of a humanitarian or humanitarianism. See Synonyms at humane.

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