barbarousness

/'bɑ:bərəsnis/
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Definition

Noun: 1. The quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane: The state or characteristic of extreme brutality, savagery, or lack of civilization and mercy. 2. Extreme cruelty or brutality: Behavior or actions that are profoundly vicious, violent, and without regard for human suffering.

Usage
  • Barbarousness is an uncountable noun used to describe the abstract quality of extreme cruelty.
  • It is a formal term, often used in historical, political, or literary contexts to condemn acts of severe violence or oppression.
  • It typically describes actions, behavior, or systems, not temporary emotions.
Examples
  • The historical records detailed the barbarousness of the invasion.
  • We were all shocked by the sheer barbarousness of the crime.
  • The dictator's reign was marked by unparalleled barbarousness.
Advanced Usage
  • "The barbarousness of it all...": A phrase used to introduce a description of a situation characterized by extreme cruelty.
    • The barbarousness of it all was that the violence was committed in the name of peace.
Variants and Related Words
  • Barbarous (adj): Extremely cruel or brutal; primitive and uncivilized.
    • The barbarous treatment of prisoners was condemned.
  • Barbarity (n): A synonym often used interchangeably with barbarousness, though it can also refer to a specific brutal act.
    • The attack was an act of sheer barbarity.
Synonyms
  • Brutality: Savage physical violence.
  • Savagery: The quality of being fierce, violent, and uncivilized.
  • Cruelty: Willful infliction of pain or suffering.
  • Inhumanity: Lack of compassion or mercy; cruel behavior.
Antonyms
  • Humanity: Compassionate, sympathetic, or generous behavior.
  • Civility: Formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech.
  • Kindness: The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.
Noun
  1. the quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane

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