Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brutal
adjective
/ˈbruːtəl/
Definition
extremely cruel or harsh
Examples
- The brutal treatment of prisoners was condemned by human rights organizations.
- She won the match, but the brutal training left her exhausted.
- His brutal honesty often hurt people’s feelings.
Meaning
Brutal describes something that is savage, violent, or may cause great suffering.
Synonyms
- cruel
- savage
- harsh
- ferocious
- ruthless
