humanly
word
Definition
In a way that is typical of humans, or within the limits of human ability or compassion.
Usage & Nuances
Used mostly before adjectives and adverbs (e.g., 'humanly possible', 'humanly speaking'). Emphasizes human limits (physical or emotional) or contrasts with 'inhumanly'. Common in formal or thoughtful contexts.
Spanish: humanamentePortuguese (BR): humanamentePortuguese (PT): humanamenteChinese (Simplified): 以人类的方式 - 以人为能力Chinese (Traditional): 以人類的方式 - 以人為能力Hindi: मानव रूप सेArabic: بشريًّاBengali: মানবীয়ভাবে - মানবিকভাবেRussian: по-человеческиJapanese: 人間的にVietnamese: một cách con người - một cách nhân đạoKorean: 인간적으로Turkish: insancaUrdu: انسانی طور پرIndonesian: secara manusiawi
Example Sentences
We must act humanly towards others.
basic
If it’s humanly possible, I’ll get it done by tomorrow.
natural
Doctors did everything humanly possible to save her life.
basic
No one can work humanly non-stop for twenty-four hours.
natural
She handled the situation as humanly as she could, with kindness and patience.
natural
It is not humanly possible to lift that car.
basic