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Synonyms & Similar Words
cruelty
ruthlessness
mercilessness
brutality
callousness
hardness
insensitivity
indifference
apathy
coldness
unforgiveness
pitilessness
remorselessness
unkindness
inhumanity
barbarity
savagery
ferocity
viciousness
malignity
wickedness
evilness
malevolence
nastiness
spitefulness
harshness
sternness
austerity
severity
grittiness
toughness
coarseness
unfeelingness
insouciance
unconcern
disinterest
Meaning of Heartlessness
The state or fact of being without kindness or pity
Definitions
- Lack of kindness or pity
- * The quality of being unkind or unsympathetic
Etymology of Heartlessness
The word "heartlessness" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, where "heorte" meant heart and the suffix "-lessness" denoted a lack or absence of something
Historically, the term has been used to describe individuals or actions that demonstrate a lack of emotional response or empathy towards others
Example Uses
- The heartlessness of the corporation was evident in its decision to lay off hundreds of employees without warning
- * The heartlessness of the serial killer was a trait that made him particularly notorious
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
kindness
compassion
empathy
sympathy
pity
gentleness
softness
sensitivity
warmth
tenderness
benevolence
humanity
charity
generosity
leniency
clemency
mildness
tolerance
understanding
forgiveness
mercy
benevolence
altruism
selflessness