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Inhumane

Verb / ˌɪnhju:ˈmeɪn / Another word for inhumane — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

inhumane (adjective): lacking compassion for people or animals; cruel

Synonyms & similar words

humane cruel barbaric brutal heartless ruthless savage uncaring unfeeling unsympathetic vicious cold-blooded callous pitiless merciless harsh inhospitable unmerciful uncompassionate unkind ferocious

Example sentences

  1. The inhumane treatment of prisoners is a violation of human rights.
  2. It is inhumane to keep animals in small cages without proper food and water.
  3. The conditions at the factory were so inhumane that the workers went on strike.
  4. The inhumane practices of the past should never be repeated.
  5. The inhumane slaughter of whales has been banned in most countries.

Quotes

  • The inhumane actions of a few can tarnish the reputation of a whole society.
  • A civilized society should not tolerate inhumane treatment of animals.
  • The mark of a true civilization is how it treats its most vulnerable members, not how it rewards its most powerful ones.

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