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rehumanize

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //riːˈhjuːmənaɪz//

KK: /riˈhjuːmənaɪz/

verb
Definition

To restore the human qualities or characteristics to someone or something that has lost them.


Example

The program aims to rehumanize individuals who have been marginalized by society.


Tense Forms

Past: rehumanized

Past Participle: rehumanized


Conversation
Sloth A
I read an article about how we need to rehumanize our interactions with technology.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! How do you think we can do that?
Sloth A
Maybe by focusing more on empathy and real connections instead of just screens.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It's important to remember the human side of everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
restore
revive
humanize
Antonyms
dehumanize
alienate
isolate
Root Explanation

Rehumanize → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "humanus" (meaning human). The word means to restore or recognize the human qualities in someone or something, essentially bringing back the essence of being human.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'human' ('humanus') to remember that 'rehumanize' means to restore human qualities.

Visually Confused Words
dehumanize
humanize
humanizer
overhumanize
unhumanize
rheumatize
inhumanize
brahmanize
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