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Inhuman vs. Inhumane
Inhuman
/ɪnˈhjuːmən/Examples:
His inhuman strength startled everyone around him.Her inhuman ability to work long hours amazed even the manager.Their inhuman treatment of the captives was condemned worldwide.
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Inhumane
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The inhumane treatment of animals at the factory led to protests.His inhumane actions during the war were condemned universally.The new law aims to eliminate inhumane conditions in prisons.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Inhuman refers to lacking human qualities such as compassion or mercy.
- Inhumane specifically relates to actions or behavior that show a lack of compassion and are cruel.
- If you want to describe a person who is cold and unfeeling, use inhuman.
- When describing actions or treatment that are cruel and unacceptable, use inhumane.
- Remember, inhuman often refers to the absence of human emotions, while inhumane refers to cruel treatment.
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