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humanity

noun

Simple meaning

The quality of being benevolent.

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hjuˈmænɪti

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Definition

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noun

  1. uncountable

    The human condition or nature.

  2. uncountable

    Humankind; human beings as a group.

  3. The quality of being human

  4. uncountable

    The quality of being benevolent; humane traits of character; humane qualities or aspects.

  5. countable

    Any academic subject belonging to the humanities.

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  • “The crisis called for a strong display of humanity and compassion.”

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Sense: human condition or nature

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