Brutality
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɹuːˈtælɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Brutality is a noun meaning The state of being brutal.
Meaning
The state of being brutal.
More Meanings
- A cruel or savage act.
- The use of excessive physical force, often in the form of violence.
Example Sentences
police brutality
school brutality
‘Then the father has a great fight with his terrible conscience,’ said Munday with granite seriousness. ‘Should he make a row with the police[…]? Or should he say nothing about it and condone brutality for fear of appearing in the newspapers?
Word Forms
- brutalities
Synonyms for brutality
Depending on context, synonyms include savagery, barbarity, barbarism, viciousness, savageness, ferociousness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include viciousness, savageness, savagery, barbarism, barbarity, ferociousness.
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