Human ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Human ( adjective )

1. Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens.
2. Characteristic of or befitting a human being.
3. Having the qualities of a human being, such as rationality, kindness and the ability to communicate.

Origin:

From old french humain, from latin humanus, from homo ("human").

Examples:

1. The human brain is capable of incredible feats of memory and problem-solving.
2. It is human nature to seek companionship.
3. The human body requires a certain amount of sleep in order to function properly.
4. The statue was so realistic that it was difficult to believe it was not a real human.
5. Human error was cited as the cause of the accident.

(As a noun)

Human ( noun )

1. Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens.
2. Characteristic of or befitting a human being.
3. Having the qualities of a human being, such as rationality, kindness and the ability to communicate.

Origin:

From old french humain, from latin humanus, from homo ("human").

Examples:

1. The human brain is capable of incredible feats of memory and problem-solving.
2. It is human nature to seek companionship.
3. The human body requires a certain amount of sleep in order to function properly.
4. The statue was so realistic that it was difficult to believe it was not a real human.
5. Human error was cited as the cause of the accident.