HUMAN NATURE Definition & Meaning

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human nature

noun

the psychological and social qualities that characterize humankind, especially in contrast with other living things.
Sociology. the character of human conduct, generally regarded as produced by living in primary groups.

human nature

noun

the qualities common to humanity
ordinary human behaviour, esp considered as less than perfect
sociol the unique elements that form a basic part of human life and distinguish it from other animal life

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of human nature¹

First recorded in 1735–45

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Discussing her work with the Colorado Times Recorder in 2019, she acknowledged that there would "always be anger at a president from one side or the other. It is human nature."

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Sarah, whose children are now musicians, says remembering that act of kindness and hearing of similar deeds helps restore her faith in human nature.

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“Here There Are Blueberries” convenes us to peer collectively through the filter of history at something frighteningly close to home — human nature.

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Perhaps it is human nature - that your own arm's length bodies don't feel as pernicious as ones dreamt up by a predecessor.

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This is not wisdom but an acceptance of human nature that can lead to a transcendence from materialism.

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