American English

How to pronounce inhuman

adjectiveB2
ihnHYOOmn

/ɪnˈhju.mn̩/

3 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

Extremely cruel and showing no kindness or pity.

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Meanings & examples

adjective

Extremely cruel and showing no kindness or pity.

The prisoners suffered inhuman treatment.

Good to know

This is the usual meaning when describing a person, action, or treatment.

Common phrases & grammar

inhuman treatment · inhuman conditions

adjectiveless common

Beyond what a human can normally do or endure.

She showed inhuman strength during the rescue.

Good to know

For something that is simply not human, nonhuman is often clearer.

Common phrases & grammar

inhuman strength