What is the comparative form of “ruthless”?
The comparative form of “ruthless” is “more ruthless”.Example
The new CEO is more ruthless than the previous one.
Example
In the world of business, competition is more ruthless than ever.
What is the superlative form of “ruthless”?
The superlative form of “ruthless” is “most ruthless”.Example
He is the most ruthless criminal the city has ever seen.
Example
The dictator's regime was the most ruthless in history.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "ruthless" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more ruthless" and "most ruthless" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of aggression or lack of mercy.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Ruthless" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more ruthless”
Used to describe a situation or person that is more aggressive and merciless in achieving success.
Example
The fashion industry is known for being more cutthroat than other industries.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most ruthless”
Used to describe a situation or person that is the most aggressive and merciless in achieving success.
Example
The world of professional sports can be the most cutthroat environment.
Using than with comparative “more ruthless”
When using the comparative form "more ruthless" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new CEO is more ruthless than the previous one." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of ruthlessness in the new CEO is higher than the level of ruthlessness in the previous CEO.
How can I use this expression in context?
“more ruthless” and “most ruthless” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Business
Competition in the market is more ruthless than ever.
Competition in the market is more ruthless than ever.
- 2Crime
The gang leader was known as the most ruthless criminal in the city.
The gang leader was known as the most ruthless criminal in the city.
- 3Politics
The dictator's regime was considered the most ruthless in history.
The dictator's regime was considered the most ruthless in history.
- 4Sports
The coach is known for being more ruthless in his training methods.
The coach is known for being more ruthless in his training methods.
Related idioms and phrases
Cutthroat competition
Fierce and aggressive competition where people are willing to do anything to succeed.
Example
The tech industry is known for its cutthroat competition.
Heart of stone
To be completely lacking in compassion or empathy.
Example
The villain in the story had a heart of stone.
