Subhuman

Pronunciation: /sʌbˈhjuːmən/

Definitions of subhuman

adjective a term used to describe something or someone as being less than human or of a lower status or quality

Example Sentences

A1 Some people believe that animals are subhuman.

A2 The conditions in the prison were described as subhuman.

B1 The dictator's treatment of his citizens was deemed subhuman.

B2 The experiment subjected the participants to subhuman conditions.

C1 The war crimes committed by the regime were considered subhuman.

C2 The atrocities witnessed during the genocide were beyond subhuman.

Examples of subhuman in a Sentence

formal The concept of treating certain groups as subhuman has been a dark chapter in human history.

informal It's appalling how some people can act in such a subhuman manner towards others.

slang I can't believe he stooped so low, that was just straight up subhuman.

figurative The relentless heat made me feel like I was slowly turning into a subhuman creature.

Grammatical Forms of subhuman

• past tense: subhumaned
• plural: subhumans
• comparative: more subhuman
• superlative: most subhuman
• present tense: subhuman
• future tense: will be subhuman
• perfect tense: have been subhuman
• continuous tense: is being subhuman
• singular: subhuman
• positive degree: subhuman
• infinitive: to be subhuman
• gerund: subhumaning
• participle: subhumaned

Origin and Evolution of subhuman

First Known Use: 1870 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'subhuman' originated in the English language.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe individuals or groups considered to be of a lower status or worth than human beings, the term 'subhuman' has evolved to be seen as derogatory and dehumanizing in modern contexts.