noun Uncommon

humankind

hyoo-muhn-KYND

Humankind (noun) means the human race considered as a whole. Example: “The invention changed the course of humankind.”

noun

The human race considered as a whole.

"The invention changed the course of humankind."

"Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing humankind."

How to Use Humankind

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAll human beings, thought of together as one group — a gender-neutral alternative to "mankind."

Word Forms

humankinds plural

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Etymology

From human plus kind, an older word meaning "race" or "species."

Synonyms

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Rhymes for humankind

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “humankind” mean?

The word “humankind” means the human race considered as a whole. In plain terms, all human beings, thought of together as one group — a gender-neutral alternative to "mankind.".

How do you pronounce “humankind”?

“Humankind” is pronounced hyoo-muhn-KYND (/ˌhjuːmənˈkaɪnd/ in IPA).

How do you use “humankind” in a sentence?

Here is “humankind” used in a sentence: “The invention changed the course of humankind.”

What part of speech is “humankind”?

“Humankind” is a noun.

Is “humankind” a common word?

“Humankind” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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