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Synonyms & Similar Words
merciless
ruthless
cruel
brutal
savage
inhumane
pitiless
remorseless
unfeeling
uncaring
callous
cold-hearted
hard-hearted
unsympathetic
unemotional
insensitive
indifferent
apathetic
unkind
harsh
stern
unforgiving
unrelenting
vicious
ferocious
barbarous
inconsiderate
thoughtless
heedless
brutalized
desensitized
hardened
obstinate
Meaning of Heartless
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "heartless" refers to a person or thing that is without kindness, pity, or feeling, often in a way that is considered to be cruel or unfeeling.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "heartless" as having no sympathy or compassion, being devoid of feeling or concern for others.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes "heartless" as showing no kindness, pity, or sympathy, often in a way that is considered to be cruel.
Example Uses
- The heartless decision to lay off hundreds of employees without warning was widely criticized.
- The heartless killer showed no remorse for his crimes, even when faced with the victims' families.
- The company's heartless approach to customer service left many feeling frustrated and abandoned.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
compassionate
empathetic
kind
gentle
sympathetic
caring
tender
considerate
thoughtful
humane
benevolent
merciful
forgiving
lenient
soft-hearted
warm-hearted
sensitive
emotional
passionate
enthusiastic
charitable
generous
altruistic
selfless
philanthropic