Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cutthroat
noun
/ˈkʌtˌθroʊt/
Definition
A person who ruthlessly pursues their goals, often at the expense of others.
Examples
- A cutthroat businessman who will do anything to win a deal.
- The competition in the industry is incredibly cutthroat.
- She had to adopt a cutthroat approach to survive in the cutthroat world of fashion.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe someone who is aggressive and willing to harm others in a competitive environment.
Synonyms
- ruthless
- merciless
- competitive
- unforgiving
- fierce
