human touch

noun — 2 senses

human touch

noun
1

Idiomatic The ability of a person to deal with others in a personable and empathetic way.

  • Some politicians lack the human touch to connect with voters.
2

Idiomatic The positive qualities of human beings manifested in a place or object.

  • Before the renovation the hotel lacked the human touch to attract visitors.

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