Synonyms for

Humanities

Verb / hju:ˈmænɪti:z / / ju:ˈmænɪti:z / Another word for humanities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The humanities are academic disciplines that study human culture, such as literature, history, philosophy, and art.

Synonyms & similar words

arts humanisticdiscipline humans liberalarts humankind humanity man world humanness mankind humanrace manhood humanbeings culture arts letters philosophy history literature languages classics archaeology musicology ethics theology anthropology sociology psychology

Synonyms by register

Formal

liberal arts humanistic studies cultural studies

Literary

letters the arts

Antonyms

science technology engineering mathematics natural sciences applied sciences

Common collocations

  • humanities department
  • humanities faculty
  • humanities degree
  • humanities major
  • humanities research
  • humanities education
  • humanities scholarship

Word family

noun humanities
adjective humanistic

Usage note

The humanities are academic disciplines that study aspects of human society and culture. They are often contrasted with the natural and applied sciences.

Example sentences

  1. Studying the humanities can teach us a lot about different cultures.
  2. My favorite humanities class is art history.
  3. I'm interested in pursuing a career in the humanities.
  4. The humanities are an important part of a well-rounded education.
  5. The humanities can help us understand the world around us better.

Quotes

  • 'The humanities are the heart's home.' -Bill Moyers
  • 'The humanities are the treasury of human experience.' -David McCullough
  • 'The humanities teach us who we are and what we can be.' -John Churchill

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