human nature

noun

: the nature of humans

especially : the fundamental dispositions and traits of humans

Examples of human nature in a Sentence

You can't change human nature.

Recent Examples on the Web

On How Squid Game Explores Humanity The unprecedented global success of Squid Game can be partly attributed to its insightful commentary on society and human nature. —Regina Kim, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025

Pixar’s first feature is still the template for every great movie the studio has made since: earned emotions; ripping action sequences; dead-on insights into human nature; and lots of giddy, witty, silly laughs. —Will Leitch, Vulture, 19 June 2025

While nature was variously defined by different anarchists, most agreed that human nature ought to guide civilization and that human beings are basically good, intrinsically capable of harmony. —Ben Woollard, JSTOR Daily, 18 June 2025

Understanding history — human nature, mistakes made and the significance of previous cultures — is essential to cultivating integrity. —Cory Franklin, Twin Cities, 1 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for human nature

• legislature
• nomenclature

Kids Definition

human nature

noun

: the nature of human beings

especially : the ways of thinking, acting, and reacting that are common to most or all human beings or that are learned in social situations