单词 | humanitarian |
释义 | humanitarian humanitarian /hjuːˌmæn.ɪˈteə.ri.ən/ aep /-ˈter.i-/ adjective, noun [C] ► C2 (a person who is) involved in or connected with improving people's lives and reducing suffering: » The prisoner has been released for humanitarian reasons.» The United Nations is sending humanitarian aid (= food and supplies to help people) to the areas worst affected by the conflict.» The well-known humanitarian, Joseph Rowntree, was concerned with the welfare of his employees.Thesaurus+: ↑Generous and charitable , ↑Charity organizationshumanitarianism /-ə.nɪ.zəm/ noun [U] Thesaurus+: ↑Generous and charitable , ↑Charity organizations • • • Extra Examples:» The Vatican has agreed to donate $80 000 in humanitarian aid to countries affected by the war.» A huge relief effort will be required to avert a humanitarian disaster.» She reported on the humanitarian crisis in the region.» Humanitarian aid is being airlifted to the country.» The sanctions have been lifted for humanitarian reasons. |
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