How many syllables in merciless?

There are 3 syllables in the word merciless.

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How to pronounce merciless:

Definition of merciless:

merciless (adjective):: without mercy; having or showing no mercy.; having or showing no mercy pitiless

Synonyms for merciless:

insensate obdurate inhuman implacable hateful fierce hard-hearted tough malicious cruel

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Antonyms for merciless:

affectionate composed accommodating considerate approachable tenderhearted genial liberal peaceable benevolent

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