pitiless

/'pitilis/
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pitiless

The judge gave a pitiless sentence to the criminal.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Showing no pity or compassion; merciless: Describes someone or something that acts without kindness, mercy, or concern for the suffering of others.
    • Incapable of being moved to pity; unfeeling: Describes a harsh, cruel, or relentless nature that is indifferent to pain or distress.
Usage and Examples
  • As an adjective:
    • The pitiless dictator showed no remorse for his actions.
    • The pitiless sun beat down on the desert travelers.
    • Her criticism was pitiless and left him feeling utterly defeated.
Advanced Usage and Nuances
  • "pitiless logic/reasoning": Used to describe an argument, system, or force that is brutally objective, efficient, or unforgiving, without regard for emotional consequences.
    • The pitiless logic of the market led to the factory's closure.
  • "pitiless gaze/stare": Describes a look that is cold, unforgiving, and devoid of sympathy.
    • He faced the jury with a pitiless stare.
Variants and Related Words
  • Pitilessly (adverb): In a pitiless manner.
    • The storm raged pitilessly through the night.
  • Pitilessness (noun): The quality or state of being pitiless.
    • The pitilessness of the regime was well-documented.
Synonyms
  • Merciless: Showing no mercy.
  • Ruthless: Having no pity; harsh or cruel.
  • Remorseless: Without regret or guilt for cruel actions.
  • Unrelenting: Not yielding in severity or determination.
  • Heartless: Lacking sympathy or feeling; unfeeling.
Antonyms
  • Merciful: Showing or exercising mercy.
  • Compassionate: Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others.
  • Kind: Having a friendly, generous, or considerate nature.
Idiomatic Expressions and Phrases
  • Pitiless as stone/steel: A simile emphasizing extreme hardness and lack of compassion.
    • His heart was as pitiless as stone.
  • The pitiless hand of fate/time: A phrase describing the inevitable, unforgiving nature of destiny or the passage of time.
    • They were victims of the pitiless hand of fate.
pitiless

The judge gave a pitiless sentence to the criminal.

Adjective
  1. deficient in humane and kindly feelings
  2. without mercy or pity
    • an act of ruthless ferocity
    • a monster of remorseless cruelty

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