noun
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lack of humane qualities
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an inhumane act, decision, etc
Etymology
Origin of inhumanity
1470–80; earlier inhumanite < Latin inhūmānitās. See inhuman, -ity
Example Sentences
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The leaders of more than 20 major aid agencies, including Save the Children and Oxfam, warned that "the inhumanity of the situation in Gaza is unconscionable".
From BBC
The heads of more than 20 aid agencies have called on world leaders to act, saying "the inhumanity of the situation in Gaza is unconscionable" and calling for "urgent intervention".
From BBC
While bemoaning the antiseptic, “look, don’t touch” aesthetic of modern cinema, Benedict did find time to tie it to the way we live, saying that the inhumanity of modern homes has crept into our bodies.
From Salon
But it’s still a cold statement on inhumanity when Justine flees into a convenience store for safety, only for the clerk to order her back outside.
From Los Angeles Times
Corporate inhumanity is a core feature of the “Alien” movies, but “Alien: Earth” uses a variety of faces to illustrate it.
From Salon
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