human nature
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈhjuːmən ˈneɪtʃər/
Definition
The fundamental set of psychological and behavioral traits shared by all people, often used to explain why people act in certain predictable ways.
Examples
It is human nature to seek comfort when we are feeling sad or lonely.
The politician argued that greed is not necessarily human nature, but rather a product of our environment.
Curiosity is a core part of human nature that drives us to explore the unknown.
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