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nonhuman

/ˌnɑːnˈhjuːmən/
non · hu · man
Plural:nonhumans
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• adjective

1

Not human; not belonging to, produced by, or characteristic of the human species.

Example

"Researchers are studying how nonhuman primates use tools in the wild."

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• noun

1

A creature, organism, or entity that is not a human being, such as an animal, extraterrestrial, or intelligent machine.

Example

"The science fiction novel explores a peaceful society where humans and nonhumans coexist."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Nonhuman" is a neutral descriptive or scientific term meaning not belonging to the human species (such as animals or machines), whereas "inhuman" carries a strong negative connotation of cruelty, brutality, or lack of compassion.

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noni
nonideal

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonhuman. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonhuman
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