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Inhumanity

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

Definition

Inhumanity refers to the state or quality of lacking pity, kindness, or compassion towards others.

Synonyms & similar words

inhumaneness humaneness atrocity cruelty brutality barbarity heartlessness ruthlessness callousness savage cruelness inhumane cold-blooded merciless pitiless unfeeling harshness viciousness wickedness hardheartedness unkindness severity atrocity

Example sentences

  1. His inhumanity towards animals disturbed the entire neighborhood.
  2. The story is a heartbreaking tale of human inhumanity.
  3. She couldn't comprehend the inhumanity of the war.
  4. The inhumanity of the crime shocked the entire community.
  5. They fought against the inhumanity of slavery.

Quotes

  • Inhumanity, n. One of the signal and characteristic qualities of humanity. - Ambrose Bierce
  • The true measure of a society can be found in how it treats its most vulnerable members. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • Inhumanity is like a contagious disease. - Lailah Gifty Akita

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