Inhumane

/ɪn.hjuːˈmeɪn/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Lacking compassion for misery or suffering; cruel.

The inhumane treatment of prisoners drew international condemnation.

Not characteristic of human beings; brutal or barbaric.

The inhumane conditions in the factory raised serious ethical concerns.

Devoid of human warmth and compassion.

The company’s inhumane policies towards workers were widely protested.

From in- 'not' + humane; derived from Latin humanus, meaning 'human'.

inhumane treatment

Cruel and harsh treatment, often toward animals or prisoners.

inhumane conditions

Living or working conditions that are extremely harsh and unfavorable.

humanitarian

Concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.

humane

Having or showing compassion or benevolence.

Cold-hearted

He's so cold-hearted, treating everyone in such an inhumane way.

Heartless

Her heartless decision was completely inhumane.