Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barbaric
adjective
/bɑːrˈbær.ɪk/
Definition
relating to behavior that is extremely cruel or brutal.
Examples
- The film depicted a barbaric society that thrived on violence.
- Many considered the practice of torture to be barbaric.
- His barbaric actions shocked the community.
Meaning
Barbaric describes acts or attitudes that are savage, primitive, or inhumane.
Synonyms
- primitive
- savage
- cruel
- brutal
- inhumane
