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brutality

[bruːˈtæləti]

brutality Definition

  • 1the quality of being cruel and violent
  • 2a cruel or violent act

Using brutality: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "brutality" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The police were accused of brutality towards the protesters.

  • Example

    The brutality of the attack shocked everyone.

  • Example

    The film depicts the brutality of war.

  • Example

    The regime was known for its brutality towards political dissidents.

brutality Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for brutality

Phrases with brutality

  • the use of excessive force by police officers in the performance of their duties

    Example

    The protests were sparked by a case of police brutality against an unarmed man.

  • the harsh and unforgiving aspects of the natural world

    Example

    The documentary highlights the brutality of nature, showing how animals must fight to survive.

  • the unpleasant or painful aspects of reality that are difficult to accept

    Example

    The book explores the brutality of the truth about human nature and the world we live in.

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Summary: brutality in Brief

The term 'brutality' [bruːˈtæləti] refers to the quality of being cruel and violent, or a cruel or violent act. It is often used to describe the harsh realities of life, such as police brutality or the brutality of war. Other phrases include 'brutality of nature,' which refers to the harsh and unforgiving aspects of the natural world, and 'brutality of the truth,' which describes the unpleasant or painful aspects of reality that are difficult to accept.