noun
humanity
Kindness and concern for others.
She shows humanity by treating every patient with care and respect.
Etymology
Latin humanitas included kindness and humane conduct. This sense treats concern for others as a characteristic or ideal expression of being human.
More examples
- Even during a bitter argument, he treats his opponent with humanity.
- The volunteers bring warmth and humanity to the crowded shelter.
- We appeal to the landlord's humanity when we ask for more time.
Forms
humane adjective — Showing kindness and concern for others.
Similar words
- compassion
- Focuses on others' suffering and a desire to help.
- kindness
- Emphasizes considerate actions rather than a general humane attitude.
- mercy
- Specifically involves sparing someone from punishment or harsh treatment.