Sapiens

usgb/ˈsæpi.ənz/
noun

A species of primates that includes modern humans.

Homo sapiens are distinguished by their advanced cognitive abilities.
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Often appears as...

  • Homo sapiens species
  • modern human behavior

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Homo sapiens, modern humans, evolutionary biology

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Understanding Evolution

The term sapiens relates to human evolution.

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Modern humans are considered Homo sapiens.
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Context in Anthropology

Sapiens is often discussed in anthropology as a defining trait of humans.

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Anthropologists study the behaviors of Homo sapiens.
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Philosophical Implications

Sapiens can refer to the human capacity for reason.

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Sapiens raises questions about human morality.
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