Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brutish
adjective
ˈbruːtɪʃ
Definition
Characterized by a lack of reason or intelligence; resembling a brute in behavior or manner.
Examples
- The brutish behavior of the bullies shocked everyone in the school.
- He was cast in a brutish role, portraying a character with no empathy.
- The brutality of the scene highlighted the protagonist’s challenges.
Meaning
Having qualities that are wild, savage, or lacking in human refinement; often used to describe something that is cruel or inhumane.
Synonyms
- savage
- barbaric
- inhumane
- cruel
- bestial
