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Synonyms & Similar Words
savagery
cruelty
violence
harshness
ruthlessness
fierceness
ferocity
barbarity
inhumanity
mercilessness
pitilessness
heartlessness
callousness
brutality
atrocity
horror
abomination
monstrosity
heinousness
viciousness
malevolence
malignity
nastiness
unkindness
spitefulness
sadism
sadisticness
mercilessness
brutishness
viciousness
ferociousness
truculence
belligerence
pugnacity
bellicosity
combativeness
aggressiveness
hostility
belligerency
Meaning of Brutality
The quality of being cruel or violent
Definitions
- The quality of being cruel and violent
- * Savage violence, harshness, or cruelty
- * Behavior or treatment that causes physical or emotional harm, especially deliberately
Etymology of Brutality
The word "brutality" comes from the Latin "brutalitas," which is derived from "brutus," meaning "cruel" or "savage"
Historically, the term has been used to describe acts of extreme violence or cruelty, often in the context of war or conflict
Example Uses
- The brutality of the attack left the victim with severe injuries
- * The regime was known for its brutality towards its opponents
- * The film depicted the brutality of war in graphic detail
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
humanity
kindness
gentleness
compassion
mercy
leniency
mildness
softness
tenderness
benevolence
generosity
charity
clemency
forgiveness
peacefulness
calmness
serenity
tranquility
quietness
stillness
mildness
sobriety
temperance
moderation
self-control
restraint
consideration
thoughtfulness
delicacy
tact
courtesy
politeness
civility