Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

humanize

verb
/ˈhjuː.mə.naɪz/
Definition
To make something more relatable or human in nature, often by adding personal or emotional qualities.
Examples
  • Storytelling can help to humanize complex issues.
  • The artist’s work seeks to humanize the struggles of everyday life.
  • By sharing personal stories, we can humanize abstract topics.
Meaning
Humanizing something means to give it a more human touch, making it accessible and understandable from a human perspective.
Synonyms
  • Personalize
  • Empathize
  • Relate
  • Make relatable