humanize
hu·man·ize
verb \ˈhyü-mə-ˌnīz, ˈyü-\hu·man·izedhu·man·iz·ing
Definition of HUMANIZE
transitive verb
1
a : to represent as human : attribute human qualities to b : to adapt to human nature or use
2
: to make humane
— hu·man·i·za·tion \ˌhyü-mə-nə-ˈzā-shən, ˌyü-\ noun
— hu·man·iz·er noun
See Examples of HUMANIZE
- The new publicity has helped to humanize the corporation's image.
- They promised to humanize conditions at the company.
First Known Use of HUMANIZE
1603
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