Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barbarities
Noun
/bɑːrˈbær.ɪ.tiz/
Definition
Acts or instances of extreme cruelty or brutality.
Examples
- The reports of barbarities committed during the war shocked the international community.
- Throughout history, various empires have been known for their barbarities toward conquered peoples.
Meaning
Barbarities refer to actions that are considered savage or inhumane, often involving violence or harsh treatment toward others.
Synonyms
- cruelty
- atrocity
- brutality
- inhumanity
- ferocity
