Word: HUMANE
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Definition of HUMANE
- (notcomp) Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens or its closest relatives.
- Having the nature or attributes of a human being.
"To err is human; to forgive, divine."
- Having or showing concern for the pain or suffering of another; compassionate.
"As methods of execution go, beheading is more humane than drawing and quartering."
- Pertaining to branches of learning concerned with human affairs or the humanities, especially classical literature or rhetoric.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "humane" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "humane" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
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Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HUMANE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is HUMANE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in HUMANE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing HUMANE:
- # the humane effect
- # master of humane
- # playing with humane
- # in terms of humane
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