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Synonyms & Similar Words
ruthlessness
brutality
harshness
cruelty
mercilessness
pitilessness
heartlessness
callousness
inhumanity
savagery
ferocity
viciousness
barbarity
atrocity
iniquity
wickedness
evilness
malevolence
malignity
nastiness
meanness
spitefulness
vindictiveness
coldness
remoteness
detachment
indifference
unconcern
dispassion
unfeelingness
insensitivity
implacability
inflexibility
unyieldingness
relentlessness
fierceness
severity
sternness
austerity
grimness
hardness
toughness
Meaning of Mercilessness
The state or quality of being merciless or pitiless
Definitions
- The quality of being without mercy or pity
- * A lack of compassion or kindness towards someone or something
Etymology of Mercilessness
The word "Mercilessness" originates from the Old English words "merci" (mercy) and the suffix "-less" (without), with the word "merciless" being derived from the Old English "mercilēas" (without mercy)
The term has been used in the English language since the 9th century to describe a lack of pity or compassion
Example Uses
- The mercilessness of the dictator's regime was evident in the brutal suppression of the opposition
- * The mercilessness of the storm left many people homeless and without access to basic necessities
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
kindness
gentleness
softness
mildness
tenderness
compassion
pity
sympathy
empathy
leniency
clemency
mercy
forgiveness
benevolence
humanity
charity
generosity
tolerance
understanding
patience
gentility
amiability
affability
benevolence
magnanimity
liberality