dehumanization
|de-hu-man-i-za-tion|
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/diˌhjuːmənəˈzeɪʃən/
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/diˌhjuːmənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
(dehumanize)
removal of human qualities
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dehumanization' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal' and the word 'humanize,' which comes from Latin 'humanus,' meaning 'human.'
Historical Evolution
'dehumanize' changed from the Latin word 'humanus' and eventually became the modern English word 'dehumanize.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make less human,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'depriving human qualities.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of depriving a person or group of positive human qualities.
The dehumanization of prisoners in the camp was a grave violation of human rights.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45