Vocabulary Entry

subhuman

|adjective • noun

adjective

Referring to beings that are considered to be below the standard of humanity, often implying a lack of human qualities.

Example Sentences

"His behavior was so cruel that it seemed almost subhuman."

"The documentary showcased the subhuman living conditions of the refugees."

"The artist depicted subhuman creatures in her latest exhibit."

noun

Example Sentences

"The film portrayed the oppressors as subhumans incapable of empathy."

"People should never be treated like subhumans, regardless of their circumstances."

"The propaganda aimed to turn the enemy into subhumans in the eyes of the public."