nonhuman

== English == === Alternative forms === non-human === Etymology === From non- + human. === Adjective === nonhuman (not comparable) Not human; not of the human race. Synonym: ahuman nonhuman animals nonhuman agents ==== Usage notes ==== The adjectives nonhuman, inhuman, and unhuman have connotative and denotative differences. The word nonhuman is usually a neutrally toned adjective referring to any animals or other life forms that are not humans. The word inhuman is usually an emotionally charged word conveying an idea of inhumaneness, cruelty, emotional coldness, or uncanniness. The word unhuman is less common and usually means the same as inhuman. ==== Derived terms ==== === Noun === nonhuman (plural nonhumans) A creature or thing that is not human. Synonym: extrahuman