💣brutal

adjective
/ˈbruː.təl/

Meaning

extremely cruel or harsh; violent and without feeling

Example Sentences

The dictator’s rule was marked by brutal violence.

Example Expressions

brutal truth

Synonyms

cruel, savage, harsh, ruthless, violent

Antonyms

kind, gentle, merciful

Collocations

brutal attack, brutal murder, brutal regime, brutal truth

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Wary and unwilling to take risks; careful to consider all circumstances.

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