Humanities

//hjuˈmæn.ɪ.tiz// noun

noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    plural of humanity form-of, plural
  2. 2
    Synonym of classical studies: the study of Ancient Greek and Latin, their literature, etc. obsolete, plural, plural-only
  3. 3
    studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills) wordnet
  4. 4
    The study of language, literature, the arts, history, and philosophy, sometimes including religion. plural, plural-only

    "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

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artshumanistic disciplineacademic specialtyareabelles lettresbelles-lettres

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"The study of philosophy belongs to the humanities."

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