1. superlative form of humane; most compassionate, kind, or merciful
Usage: superlative form

Examples

• She was considered the humanest doctor in the hospital.
• The humanest approach would be to end the animal’s suffering.
• Of all the prison wardens, he had the humanest policies.
• The judge chose the humanest sentence possible.
• This is the humanest way to handle the situation.
• The humanest treatment of prisoners became his priority.