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inhuman

adjective

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Meaning

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Lacking human qualities like kindness, pity, or compassion; extremely cruel and brutal.

Example Sentence

The dictator's inhuman treatment of his prisoners shocked the world and led to international condemnation.

Usage Note

Describes actions, behavior, or conditions that are extremely cruel, lacking empathy, or far beyond normal human limits. It's used to emphasize the severity of cruelty or brutality.