noun
humanity
hyoo-MAN-uh-tee/hjuːˈmænəti/
The condition shared by all human beings.
Our shared humanity connects us despite differences in language and culture.
Etymology
The formation names the state or quality of being human, but Latin humanitas also meant the human race. The selected sense likewise names all people collectively.
In context
I think that being a multi-planetary species and being out there among the stars is important for the long term survival of humanity.
More examples
- The discovery could benefit all of humanity.
- The novel explores our humanity through love, fear, and loss.
- Climate change poses a serious challenge to humanity.
Forms
human noun — A member of the human species.
Similar words
- humankind
- Refers to all people, not the condition of being human.
- people
- Refers to human beings, often a particular group.