humane

/hjuːˈmeɪn/
adjective
  1. Showing kindness, care, and sympathy toward people or animals, especially by avoiding unnecessary pain or suffering.
    • The organization works to promote humane treatment of farm animals.
    • The rescue team made a humane effort to save the stranded hikers.
    • It is important to have humane laws that protect the rights of all citizens.
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