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brutal
adjective
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Divide brutal into syllables:

bru · tal

How to pronounce brutal:

Definition of brutal:

brutal (adjective):
cruel
(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering.
suitable to one who lacks intelligence, sensitivity, or compassion befitting a brute such as

Synonyms for brutal:

bleakinhumanroughferocioushard-heartedsearingtoughcruelremorselessbitter
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Antonyms for brutal:

affectionatecomposedaccommodatingconsideratecomplimentaryapproachabletenderheartedgenialliberalpeaceable
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