brutality

/bru:'tæliti/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A brutal, barbarous, or savage act: An instance of extreme physical violence or cruelty, often causing great suffering.
    • The trait of extreme cruelty: The quality of being brutal; a disposition towards merciless, violent, or inhumane behavior.
Usage and Examples
  • Referring to a specific act:
    • The brutality of the attack shocked the entire nation.
    • Historical accounts detail the brutalities committed during the war.
  • Referring to a general quality or trait:
    • The dictator ruled with a combination of cunning and sheer brutality.
    • There is no excuse for such brutality against innocent civilians.
Advanced Usage
  • "Police brutality": A specific term referring to the excessive and unwarranted use of force by law enforcement officers.
    • The protest was sparked by an incident of alleged police brutality.
  • "Sheer/Utter brutality": Used for emphasis to describe acts or behavior of an extreme and shocking nature.
    • The sheer brutality of the crime left the community in fear.
Variants and Related Words
  • Brutal (adj): Savagely violent; cruel and without mercy.
    • It was a brutal and prolonged assault.
  • Brutalize (verb): To make brutal; to treat someone in a brutal manner.
    • Some argue that violent video games can brutalize young minds.
  • Brutalism (noun): An architectural style characterized by massive, monolithic forms. (Note: This is a distinct, specialized meaning not directly related to cruelty).
Synonyms
  • Savage: Fierce, violent, and uncontrolled cruelty.
  • Barbarity: Extreme cruelty or brutality, suggesting a lack of civilization.
  • Ferocity: The state of being ferociously violent or cruel.
  • Atrocity: An extremely wicked or cruel act, often one involving physical violence or injury.
Antonyms
  • Humanity: Humaneness; benevolence.
  • Compassion: Sympathetic concern for the sufferings of others.
  • Gentleness: The quality of being kind, tender, or mild-mannered.
  • Mercy: Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one's power to punish.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "The brutality of nature": Used to describe the harsh, unforgiving, and often violent aspects of the natural world, such as predation or natural disasters.
    • The documentary did not shy away from showing the brutality of nature.
  • "A glimpse of brutality": A brief experience or sight of something extremely cruel or violent.
    • The soldier's letter home offered a grim glimpse of the brutality at the front lines.
Noun
  1. a brutal barbarous savage act
  2. the trait of extreme cruelty

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