humanity

6 definitions • 6 examples

people in general:

The massacre was a crime against humanity.

understanding and kindness towards other people:

show/display humanity If only he would show/display a little humanity for once.

the condition of being human:

There is a sense of common humanity that unites people of all nations.

the study of subjects such as literature, language, history, and philosophy:

I've always been more interested in the humanities than the sciences.

all people in the world as a whole, or the qualities characteristic of people:

The former general was put on trial for crimes against humanity.

understanding and kindness toward other people:

He showed his humanity by giving generously to charities.