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Meaning of heartlessly
The primary meaning of "heartlessly" is to act without feeling or sympathy for others.
Etymology of heartlessly
The word "heartlessly" is derived from the adjective "heartless," which originated in the 14th century from the Old English words "heorte" (heart) and the suffix "-less" (without).
Historically, the term has been used to describe actions or behavior that lacks emotional response, sympathy, or kindness.
Synonyms
brutally
mercilessly
pitilessly
ruthlessly
callously
coldly
unsympathetically
unkindly
inhumanly
savagely
ferociously
barbarously
viciously
cruelly
harshly
relentlessly
unforgivingly
unfeelingly
remorselessly
ruthfully
brutally
savagely
ferociously
inconsiderately
thoughtlessly
carelessly
recklessly
heedlessly
brutally
mercilessly
pitilessly
heartlessly
coldheartedly
hardheartedly
uncharitably
uncaringly
unemotionally
impassively
indifferently
insensitively
unresponsive
unsentimentally
unfeelingly
unconcernedly
unmovedly
detachedly
aloofly
Definitions
- Without kindness or feeling for others, in a way that shows no sympathy or pity.
- * Without care or consideration for the well-being of others.
Usage Examples
- The company heartlessly laid off hundreds of employees without any severance package.
- * She treated her employees heartlessly, never considering their feelings or well-being.
Antonyms
kindly
gently
softly
humanely
sympathetically
compassionately
empathetically
gently
considerately
thoughtfully
carefully
charitably
generously
mercifully
pityingly
forgivingly
leniently
mildly
benevolently
altruistically
selflessly
unselfishly
tenderly
affectionately
lovingly
warmly
cordially
solicitously
consideringly
tactfully
diplomatically
delicately