💥brutalize

verb
/ˈbruːtəlaɪz/

Meaning

to treat someone with extreme violence or cruelty; to make something harsh or cruel

Example Sentences

The regime was accused of brutalizing innocent civilians.

Synonyms

abuse, torture, mistreat, savage, victimize

Antonyms

protect, nurture, care for

Collocations

brutalize civilians, brutalize prisoners, brutalize the population, brutally treated

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