Inhumane: meaning, definitions and examples
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inhumane
[ ɪnˈhjuː.meɪn ]
behavior
Lacking compassion or kindness; cruel and brutal.
Synonyms
brutal, cruel, heartless, ruthless
Examples of usage
- He was accused of inhumane treatment of his employees.
- The conditions in the prison were described as inhumane.
- The inhumane actions of the dictator shocked the world.
society
Not conforming to humane values; lacking respect for human dignity.
Synonyms
barbaric, inhuman, uncivilized
Examples of usage
- The inhumane treatment of refugees sparked international outrage.
- The decision to separate families at the border was criticized as inhumane.
Translations
Translations of the word "inhumane" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desumano
🇮🇳 अमानवीय
🇩🇪 unmenschlich
🇮🇩 tidak manusiawi
🇺🇦 нелюдяний
🇵🇱 nieludzki
🇯🇵 非人道的
🇫🇷 inhumain
🇪🇸 inhumano
🇹🇷 insanlık dışı
🇰🇷 비인간적
🇸🇦 غير إنساني
🇨🇿 nelidský
🇸🇰 neľudský
🇨🇳 不人道的
🇸🇮 nečloveški
🇮🇸 ómannúðlegur
🇰🇿 адамгершіліксіз
🇬🇪 არაადამიანური
🇦🇿 qeyri-insani
🇲🇽 inhumano
Word origin
The word 'inhumane' originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'inhumanus', which means 'cruel, unfeeling'. The term has been used to describe actions or behaviors that are considered lacking in compassion or kindness towards others, often resulting in suffering or harm. Throughout history, instances of inhumane treatment have been documented in various contexts, leading to calls for greater empathy and respect for human rights.