Inhuman
/ɪnˈhjuː.mən/noun
Lacking human qualities of compassion, sympathy, or consideration.
Did you know?The term 'inhuman' has often been associated with the chilling actions of tyrants and the darkest chapters of history, revealing how easily one can lose their humanity.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dʰeǵʰom
“to sit or be (related to the state of being human)”
Latin
Latin
humanus
“pertaining to man, humane, kind, or gentle”
Old French
Old French
inuman
“not human, lacking humanity or compassion”
Middle English
Middle English
inhuman
“not human, cruel or barbarous”
Modern English
English
inhuman
“devoid of human qualities, often used to describe extreme cruelty or brutality.”