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

For example, Donald Trump’s approach to power reflects a deeply cynical view of human nature. —Dave Winsborough, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025

Here are 5 Below-the-Line Talents to Track (in alphabetical order): Juan Manuel Barreto, Gaffer, Cinematographer With over 25 years of experience in the film industry, Barreto says he was drawn to moving images and the study of human nature from an early age. —Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 17 July 2025

After countless hours working at 38,000 feet, Khaw has learned that ultra-long-haul flights reveal something fundamental about human nature, both in passengers and crew. —Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2025

Because as our founders knew so well, human nature recoils all too often at the inconveniences and frustrations of self-government. —The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 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