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cruelly Definition and Meaning in English (cruelly definition)

adverb
Synonyms:brutallymercilesslyharshly
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Cruelly definition: In a way that causes pain or suffering to others, or shows a complete lack of pity or compassion.

Definitions of Cruelly

  1. 1adverb

    In a way that causes pain or suffering to others, or shows a complete lack of pity or compassion.

Example Sentences

“He was cruelly punished for a minor mistake.”

“The dictator cruelly oppressed his own people.”

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nouncruelty
adjectivecruel

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Cruelly definition: In a way that causes pain or suffering to others, or shows a complete lack of pity or compassion.
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'Cruelly' translates to 'cruelly' in English. Cruelly definition: In a way that causes pain or suffering to others, or shows a complete lack of pity or compassion.
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