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How are the humanities distinguished from modes of humen iquiry ane expression?

Proven facts are what distinguishes the humanities from the other modes of human inquiry and expression. The technological advances is the other thing that distinguishes the humanities from the other modes of human inquiry and expression.

Synonyms of the word habits include obsessions, quirks, customs, manners, modes, natures, routine, styles, things, and usage. Antonyms for this word include disinclination, dislike, and hate.

Yes, the word 'manners' is an abstract noun as a word for a type of behavior, a word for a concept.