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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An inferior person; a subhuman, especially in Nazi racial hierarchy. Nazism, derogatory, especially

   "His orders are clear and concise – the Scots are viewed as untermenschen and are to be treated accordingly."

2. 2
   Alternative letter-case form of Untermensch. alt-of

Synonyms

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subhumansubhuman

Antonyms

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übermenschmaster raceÜbermensch

Example

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"His orders are clear and concise – the Scots are viewed as untermenschen and are to be treated accordingly."

Etymology

Unadapted borrowing from German Untermensch.

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