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dehumanized

/dɪˈhjuːmənaɪzd/ verb · British & US
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What does dehumanized mean?

verb

To deprive someone of their human qualities or dignity, or to treat someone as if they were not human. To make something seem less appealing or less human.

Example

"The dehumanized conditions in the refugee camp were a stark reminder of the devastating effects of war."

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