mankind

noun
UK: /mænˈkaɪnd/
US: /mænˈkaɪnd/

  1. All humans, considered as a group.

    1. Mankind has always looked up to the stars.
    2. The advancements in medicine have greatly benefited mankind over the last century.

  2. The human race; humanity.

    1. Mankind must protect endangered animals from extinction.
    2. The challenges facing mankind in the 21st century are complex and interconnected.

Synonyms

humanity humankind people

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mankind" in English means: All humans, considered as a group., The human race; humanity..

The phonetic transcription of "mankind" is /mænˈkaɪnd/ in British English and /mænˈkaɪnd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "mankind": humanity, humankind, people.

Example usage of "mankind": "Mankind has always looked up to the stars.". More examples on the page.