Barbaric
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɑː(ɹ)ˈbæɹɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Barbaric is an adjective meaning of or relating to a barbarian; uncivilized, uncultured or uncouth.
Meaning
of or relating to a barbarian; uncivilized, uncultured or uncouth.
Example Sentences
a barbaric attack on a doctor in a hospital
Synonyms for barbaric
Depending on context, synonyms include barbarious, barbarous, heathen, animalistic, barbarian, brutal.
Antonyms for barbaric
Common opposites include nonbarbaric.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include uncivilized, barbarian, savage, tasteless, wild, noncivilized.
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