nonperson

/ˈnɒnpɜːrˌsɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is not recognized as an individual, often treated as a mere statistic or abstraction.

“The homeless population is increasingly being viewed as nonpersons, devoid of basic human rights.”

2. noun

A person who is denied individuality or dignity, often due to their social status or circumstances.

“The marginalized communities were treated as nonpersons, with little access to education or employment opportunities.”

Synonyms

  • abstraction
  • statistic

Antonyms

  • individual
  • person