humanity

noun

(uncountable) Humankind; human beings as a group.

(uncountable) The human condition or nature.

(uncountable) The quality of being benevolent; humane traits of character; humane qualities or aspects.

(countable) Any academic subject belonging to the humanities.

Roots

humanushuman- · Latin · human

Synonyms for humanity

humankindn mankindn humannessn humanenessn compassionn mercifulnessn kindnessn benevolencen kindheartednessn kindlinessn

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