Inhumane

usgb/ˌɪnhjuːˈmeɪn/
adjective

Very cruel or brutal, not caring about people's suffering or comfort.

The inhumane treatment of prisoners was widely condemned.
Visual representation of "inhumane" - Very cruel or brutal, not caring about people's suffering or comfort.

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  • inhumane treatment
  • inhumane conditions

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Disapproving

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Emotional Weight

Inhumane has a strong negative tone, revealing that something is shockingly cruel.

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The movie depicted the inhumane realities of war.
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Human Suffering

'Inhumane' implies actions that cause physical or psychological pain to people or animals.

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Forcing children to work long hours is inhumane.
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Social Condemnation

Using 'inhumane' in a sentence often suggests social or ethical disapproval.

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The inhumane policy sparked outrage across the nation.
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