Basic Details
Word: Inhumane
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not caring about the suffering of others; cruel and lacking compassion.
Synonyms: Cruel, callous, barbaric, brutal
Antonyms: Kind, humane, compassionate
Idioms and Phrases
- Inhumane treatment: Refers to harsh or cruel actions towards others. Example: "The reports highlighted inhumane treatment of prisoners in the facility."
- Inhumanely cold: Used to describe someone who is extremely unkind or lacking warmth. Example: "His inhumanely cold response to her plight shocked everyone."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The documentary revealed the inhumane conditions many animals endure in cramped cages.
Example 2: It is inhumane to ignore the suffering of others when we have the means to help them.
Example 3: The inhumane practices of the past remind us to treat everyone with dignity and respect today.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "inhumane" comes from the Latin word "inhumanus," which literally means "not human"? This reflects the idea of someone acting in a way that is not typical of human kindness.
Famous Quote
"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." Mahatma Gandhi
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "inhumane" mean?
a) Caring and kind
b) Not caring about the suffering of others
c) Always friendly
d) Perfectly human
Answer: b) Not caring about the suffering of others
2. Which of these is a synonym of "inhumane"?
a) Compassionate
b) Kind
c) Cruel
d) Friendly
Answer: c) Cruel
3. What is the opposite of "inhumane"?
a) Inhuman
b) Kind
c) Cruel
d) Callous
Answer: b) Kind
4. Which sentence uses "inhumane" correctly?
a) The inhumane weather made everyone very happy.
b) He showed an inhumane lack of sympathy for the injured.
c) The inhumane puppy was wagging its tail.
d) She felt inhumane after going for a jog.
Answer: b) He showed an inhumane lack of sympathy for the injured.
5. What does "inhumane treatment" refer to?
a) Gentle care for people
b) Cruel actions towards others
c) Playing with pets
d) A friendly conversation
Answer: b) Cruel actions towards others
