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inhuman

IPA pronunciation: /ɪnˈhjuːmən/

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Russian meaning

бесчеловечный

English definition

Lacking human qualities of kindness or compassion; cruel or brutal.

Example

The prisoners were subjected to inhuman treatment.

Collocations

inhuman conditions
inhuman treatment
inhuman cruelty

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