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Dehumanize

Definition

(formal) To treat people as if they are not human, often by denying their individuality, dignity, or rights; to reduce someone to a mere object or machine.

Example Sentences

1The dehumanizing effects of poverty and homelessness are often overlooked in discussions of economic growth.
2Was the intention of the new policy to dehumanize asylum seekers by denying them access to basic services?
3The use of drones in warfare has been criticized for dehumanizing the act of killing.
4Try not to dehumanize your opponents in the debate; focus on their arguments rather than their character.
5There is a risk that the increasing reliance on automation could dehumanize the workplace, leading to a loss of empathy and social skills.

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