DEHUMANISE Meaning and
Definition
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Dehumanise is a verb that refers to the act of stripping someone or something of their human qualities, characteristics, rights, or dignity, often treating them as if they are less than human. It entails the removal of empathy, compassion, or recognition of the inherent worth and value of individuals, reducing them to mere objects or subhuman beings.
Dehumanisation can occur through various means and contexts, such as through explicit acts of violence, discrimination, or oppression, as well as subtle forms of marginalisation or exclusion. It often involves the denial of basic human rights, the promotion of stereotypes, or the enforcement of social roles that undermine a person's autonomy, agency, or individuality.
Historically, dehumanisation has been used to justify and facilitate acts of injustice, such as slavery, genocide, or war crimes. By dehumanising others, individuals or groups seek to justify their mistreatment, cruelty, or exploitation, as they perceive those targeted as somehow lesser or unworthy of fair treatment and consideration.
The consequences of dehumanisation are far-reaching, leading to psychological, social, and cultural damage. It perpetuates cycles of violence, fosters animosity and resentment, and erodes societal bonds and moral values. Recognising and challenging dehumanisation is crucial for cultivating empathy, promoting equality, and fostering a society that values and respects the inherent humanity and dignity of all individuals.
Common Misspellings for DEHUMANISE
- sehumanise
- xehumanise
- cehumanise
- fehumanise
- rehumanise
- eehumanise
- dwhumanise
- dshumanise
- ddhumanise
- drhumanise
- d4humanise
- d3humanise
- degumanise
- debumanise
- denumanise
- dejumanise
- deuumanise
- deyumanise
- dehymanise
Etymology of DEHUMANISE
The word "dehumanise" is derived from the combination of two elements: "de-" and "humanise".
The prefix "de-" in English comes from Latin and often indicates negation or reversing the action of a word. It is akin to words like "undo", "un-", or "dis-".
The word "humanise" comes from the noun "human" and the suffix "-ise", which is used to form a verb from a noun. "Human" in itself traces back to the Latin word "humanus", which means "of or belonging to man".
By combining the prefix "de-" and the verb "humanise", the word "dehumanise" is formed, which conveys the idea of negating or reversing the process of making one humane or treating them as a human being.
Similar spelling words for DEHUMANISE
Conjugate verb Dehumanise
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