Dictionary entryCEFR B2adjective

humanitarian

IPA pronunciation: /hjuːˌmænɪˈteəriən/

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Russian meaning

гуманитарный

English definition

Concerned with improving people's lives and reducing suffering, especially in crisis situations.

Example

The humanitarian aid reached the refugees after the flood.

Collocations

humanitarian aid
humanitarian crisis
humanitarian organization

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