humanize
1 of 1verb/ˈhju.mə.ˌnaɪz/
Forms:humanizes,humanizing,humanized,humanized
1
to make more civilized and suitable for people
- The city worked to humanize the urban space by adding parks and pedestrian areas.
- By incorporating natural elements into the design, the project seeks to humanize the surrounding environment.
- She tried to humanize the tough corporate culture by encouraging open communication and teamwork.
- Architects were hired to humanize the hospital's cold, institutional environment, making it more comfortable for patients.
- The government aimed to humanize the prison system by focusing on rehabilitation over punishment.
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