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amicus humani generis

[ ah-mee-koos hoo-mah-nee ge-ne-ris; English uh-mahy-kuhs hyoo-mey-nahy jen-uh-ris, uh-mee-kuhs hyoo-mey-nee ]

noun

, Latin.
  1. a philanthropist.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of amicus humani generis1

Literally, “friend of the human race”

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Example Sentences

But nevertheless, I trust I have always proved amicus humani generis!

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