GRE Word List

HUMANE

marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals

The meaning of the word humane is marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals.

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pinionthe terminal section of a bird's wing including the carpus, metacarpus, and phalanges
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
conscripta conscripted person (such as a military recruit)
ashenof, relating to, or made from ash wood
raveto talk irrationally in or as if in delirium
revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
debonairsuave
labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating