Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brutalize
verb
/ˈbruːtəlaɪz/
Definition
To subject someone to brutal treatment or to behave in a cruel or inhumane manner.
Examples
- The war brutalized the soldiers, leaving them traumatized.
- In the film, the characters become brutalized by their experiences in the hostile environment.
- She felt that the harsh training could brutalize even the most compassionate person.
Meaning
Brutalize refers to the process of making something or someone more violent or harsh, often resulting in physical or emotional harm.
Synonyms
- dehumanize
- torment
- maltreat
- oppress
- cruelty
