human nature

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.

Origin of human nature

First recorded in 1735–45

At present there is a tendency to investigate the human-nature aspects of the causes of the industrial conflict.

Introduction to the Science of Sociology |Robert E. Park
Edwards inclined more toward the old Georgia type of human-nature sketch.

A History of American Literature Since 1870 |Fred Lewis Pattee
We return to it again and again, and bless the memory of an author who contrives so well to reconcile us to human-nature.

Sermons of Christmas Evans |Joseph Cross

human nature

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