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Meaning of nonhuman
Relating to or characteristic of something that is not human.
Etymology of nonhuman
The word "nonhuman" is a combination of the prefix "non-" meaning "not" and the word "human" which is derived from the Latin word "humanus" meaning "of or belonging to man".
The term has been used in various contexts, including philosophy, biology, and psychology, to refer to entities or characteristics that are not human.
Synonyms
inhuman
inanimate
animal
creature
being
organism
entity
brute
beast
monster
alien
robotic
mechanical
artificial
synthetic
nonliving
lifeless
insentient
unconscious
inorganic
inert
nonanimal
nonanthropoid
nonanthropine
subhuman
bestial
ferine
feral
barbaric
barbarous
savage
uncivilized
unrefined
coarse
crude
irrational
instinctual
primordial
aboriginal
archaic
prehistoric
primal
nonrational
unreasoning
instinctive
brutish
inhumane
unfeeling
insensitive
impassive
unemotional
nonemotional
unresponsive
emotionless
impassible
Definitions
- Not relating to or characteristic of humans.
- * Not having human qualities, such as reason or intelligence.
- * Relating to or consisting of animals or plants.
Usage Examples
- The nonhuman inhabitants of the forest include bears, deer, and birds.
- * The nonhuman qualities of the robot made it seem almost alien.
- * The researcher studied the nonhuman primates to learn more about their behavior.
Antonyms
human
humane
rational
reasonable
intelligent
sentient
conscious
living
organic
animate
anthropoid
anthropine
civilized
refined
cultured
sophisticated
emotional
sensitive
responsive
passionate
compassionate
empathetic
kind
gentle
benevolent
altruistic
selfless
unselfish
moral
ethical
principled
virtuous
noble
lofty
elevated
sublime
transcendent
spiritual
divine