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Brutish

Verb / ˈbru:tɪʃ / Another word for brutish — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Brutish means cruel, savage, or lacking in intelligence and sensitivity.

Synonyms & similar words

beastly brute brutal bestial savage barbaric ferocious cruel inhumane rough uncivilized bestial animalistic brute fierce violent uncultured coarse rude ignorant unrefined boorish crude vulgar

Example sentences

  1. The brutish man hit his dog for barking.
  2. The brutish attitude of the dictator caused fear among the people.
  3. The brutish force of the storm knocked down trees and power lines.
  4. The brutish behavior of the football player got him ejected from the game.
  5. The brutish language of the comedian offended some members of the audience.

Quotes

  • The brutish nature of man revealed itself in the violence of war. - Steven Pinker
  • We are all inclined to judge ourselves by our ideals; others, by their acts. - Harold Nicolson
  • The world is not looking for servants, there are plenty of these, but for masters, men who form their purposes and then carry them out, let the consequences be what they may. - Woodrow Wilson

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