Merciless
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɜːsɪləs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Merciless is an adjective meaning Showing no mercy; cruel and pitiless.
Meaning
Showing no mercy; cruel and pitiless.
Example Sentences
The sun is merciless today, so please take care of yourself.
But the ruthless cleaning up of those streets and merciless treatment of gang members have triggered outrage and concern among human rights organizations, which have condemned Cecot as inhumane and unacceptable.
Synonyms for merciless
Depending on context, synonyms include unmerciful, cruel, pitiless, ruthless, barbarous, bowelless.
Antonyms for merciless
Common opposites include merciful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pitiless, remorseless, ruthless, unmerciful, unpitying, bowelless.
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