Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
atrocity
noun
/əˈtrɒs.ɪ.ti/
Definition
An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically involving physical violence or injury.
Examples
- The genocide committed during the war was one of the greatest atrocities in history.
- Witnesses reported the atrocities they experienced during the conflict.
- Documenting atrocities helps raise awareness and seek justice for the victims.
Meaning
Atrocity refers to an act that is extremely cruel and causes great suffering, often associated with war or severe human rights violations.
Synonyms
- Horror
- Outrage
- Abomination
- Injustice
- Depravity
