humanity

• Nom qui désigne l'ensemble du genre humain, les êtres humains en général, ou la qualité d'être humain, bienveillant et compatissant.

A noun referring to the human race, human beings collectively, or the quality of being humane, kind, and compassionate.

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1. Human beings collectivelyB1formal

   All people considered as a group; the human race.

   Humanité (ensemble des êtres humains)

   • Humanity has made great progress in medicine.
   • The future of humanity depends on our actions today.
   • Wars have always been a tragedy for humanity.

   Synonymeshomo sapienshuman beingshuman racehumankindmankindpeople

2. Compassion or kindnessB2formal

   The quality of being kind, understanding, and sympathetic towards others.

   Humanité (bienveillance)

   • She treated everyone with great humanity.
   • The doctor's humanity was evident in his care for patients.
   • Acts of humanity can make a big difference in the world.

   Synonymesbenevolencecharitycompassionfellow feelinggoodwillhumanenesskindheartednesskindnessmercypitysympathytenderheartednessunderstanding

   Antonymesbrutalitycallousnesscrueltyinhumanity

3. Human natureB2formal

   The characteristics and qualities that are typical of human beings.

   nature humaine

   • The novel explores the darker side of humanity.
   • Philosophers have debated the essence of humanity for centuries.
   • Our shared humanity connects us all.

   Synonymesfrailtyhuman naturehumanness