Synonyms for Inhumane
Definition of inhumane
adjective
- lacking and reflecting lack of pity or compassion; "humans are innately inhumane; this explains much of the misery and suffering in the world"; "biological weapons are considered too inhumane to be used"
16 synonyms found
Writing tips for "inhumane"
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"Inhumane" in song lyrics
See how inhumane is used in real songs:
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"Stuck in a house of pain, where living conditions are inhumane"
Capital-X — Prison of the Mind -
"Housed in conditions, the ASPCA would find inhumane"
Capital-X — Redemption