noun
- People who oppose or reject humanism, particularly the philosophical belief in human reason, dignity, and secular values.
Usage: Plural form of antihumanist; Often used in academic or philosophical contexts; Can refer to those who critique humanist philosophy from various ideological positions
Examples
- Some religious scholars are considered antihumanists because they prioritize divine authority over human reason.
- The antihumanists in the debate argued that secular humanism ignores spiritual dimensions of human existence.
- Medieval theologians were sometimes antihumanists in their rejection of classical humanist ideals.
- Contemporary antihumanists question whether humanism adequately addresses ethical concerns.
- The conference featured both humanists and antihumanists discussing the future of philosophy.