dehumanisation
/diːˌhjuːmənɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun
- The act or process of treating someone as if they are not human or do not have human qualities, such as feelings, rights, or dignity.
- History shows that dehumanisation often precedes acts of violence against a group.
- The dehumanisation of prisoners in the camp was condemned by international observers.
- Social media can sometimes lead to the dehumanisation of people we disagree with.
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