humanity
UK: hjuːˈmæn.ə.ti | US: hjuːˈmæn.ə.t̬i
n. the quality of being humane; benevolence, compassion
n. the human race collectively; mankind
n. (archaic) classical learning or literature
Derived from Latin humanitas, meaning "human nature, kindness, refinement," which itself comes from humanus (human). The root human traces back to Proto-Indo-European dhghem- (earth), reflecting the idea of "earthly beings" (contrasted with deities). The suffix -ity (from Latin -itas) forms abstract nouns denoting qualities or states. Over time, humanity evolved from describing human nature broadly to emphasizing compassion and collective identity.
Acts of kindness restore our faith in humanity.
The invention of vaccines marked a triumph for humanity.
Renaissance scholars revived the study of humanity through classical texts.
War crimes are a violation of the principles of humanity.
Her speech appealed to the humanity in every listener.