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humanities-focused

|hu-man-i-ties-fo-cused|

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/hjuːˈmænɪtiz ˈfoʊkəst/

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/hjuːˈmænɪtiz ˈfəʊkəst/

specialized in humanities

Etymology
Etymology Information

'humanities-focused' originates from the English word 'humanities,' which refers to academic disciplines that study aspects of human society and culture, combined with 'focused,' meaning concentrated or specialized.

Historical Evolution

The term 'humanities' has been used since the Renaissance to describe studies related to human culture, while 'focused' has been used in English since the 17th century to describe concentration or specialization.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'humanities' referred to classical studies, but over time it evolved to include a broader range of disciplines related to human culture.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

concentrated on or specializing in the humanities, such as literature, philosophy, history, and the arts.

The university offers a humanities-focused curriculum.

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Last updated: 2025/02/28 14:48