Definitions
- Describing a person who shows no compassion or kindness towards others. - Referring to an action or behavior that is cruel, harsh, and without mercy. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is unforgiving and unrelenting.
- Describing a person who is cold-hearted and lacking in empathy or sympathy. - Referring to an action or behavior that is cruel, ruthless, and without pity. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is harsh and unyielding.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of compassion or empathy.
- 2Both words convey a sense of cruelty and harshness.
- 3Both words can be used to describe people, actions, behaviors, or situations.
- 4Both words have negative connotations.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Merciless is more commonly used than pitiless in everyday language.
- 2Intensity: Pitiless is often considered more extreme than merciless in terms of its lack of empathy or pity.
- 3Connotation: Merciless can sometimes imply a sense of justice or fairness, while pitiless is more likely to suggest a sense of brutality or sadism.
Remember this!
Merciless and pitiless are synonyms that both describe a lack of compassion or empathy. However, pitiless is often considered more extreme and brutal than merciless. While merciless can sometimes imply a sense of justice or fairness, pitiless is more likely to suggest a sense of sadism or cruelty.
