Humankind

/ˌhjuːmənˈkaɪnd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the human race; humanity.

In the face of climate change, humankind must come together to find sustainable solutions.

the collective of human beings, often emphasizing the shared experiences and characteristics of people.

The advancements in technology have greatly impacted humankind, reshaping our lives in unprecedented ways.

the quality of being human; humanity's moral and ethical responsibility towards one another.

Acts of kindness reflect the best of what humankind can offer to one another.

The term originates from the Old English 'humankind', with 'human' derived from Latin 'humanus' and 'kind' from Old English 'cynd'.

the betterment of humankind

Efforts made to improve the condition and welfare of all human beings.

the nature of humankind

The intrinsic qualities or characteristics that define being human.

homo sapiens

The species to which all modern human beings belong.

anthropology

The study of human societies, cultures, and their development.

Hummus-sapiens

He's such a hummus-sapiens, always sharing vegan recipes.

Human beans

Let's not be human beans and share the planet!