Subhuman (adjective)

  1. Being below the standard of human beings in terms of intelligence, culture, or moral qualities.
  2. Being less than fully human in terms of rights, dignity, or moral status.

Origin:

From the latin word "sub" meaning under and "humanus" meaning belonging to human beings.

Examples:

  1. The idea that some races are subhuman is racist and has been discredited by science.
  2. The conditions in the concentration camp were inhumane and the prisoners were treated as subhuman.
  3. The treatment of the prisoners was subhuman and in violation of international law.
  4. The idea that some people are subhuman is fundamentally flawed and morally repugnant.
  5. The concept of subhuman is often used to justify acts of violence and discrimination against certain groups of people.
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