dehumanise

[dɪˈhjuːmənaɪz]

dehumanise Definition

  • 1to treat someone as if they are not human, and do not have the same feelings or rights as other people
  • 2to take away the individuality or personality of someone or a group of people, making them seem less than human

Using dehumanise: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dehumanise" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The prisoners were dehumanized by being forced to wear uniforms and having their heads shaved.

  • Example

    The media often dehumanizes people by portraying them as stereotypes.

  • Example

    The use of derogatory language can dehumanize individuals and groups.

dehumanise Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for dehumanise

Phrases with dehumanise

  • work that is physically or mentally harmful and makes people feel like they are not valued or respected

    Example

    The long hours and low pay made the job feel dehumanizing.

  • treatment that is cruel, inhumane, and violates basic human rights

    Example

    The refugees were subjected to dehumanizing treatment at the border.

  • dehumanizing effects

    negative effects on mental health and well-being caused by being treated as less than human

    Example

    The constant bullying had dehumanizing effects on the victim.

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Summary: dehumanise in Brief

To dehumanize [dɪˈhjuːmənaɪz] is to treat someone as if they are not human, taking away their individuality or personality. This can be done through derogatory language, stereotypes, or physical appearance. The term is often used in the context of human rights violations, such as the dehumanizing treatment of refugees. 'Dehumanizing work' refers to work that is physically or mentally harmful and makes people feel undervalued.