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Meaning of pitilessly
The primary meaning of "pitilessly" is to act without pity or compassion.
Etymology of pitilessly
The word "pitilessly" is derived from the adjective "pitiless", which is a combination of "pitiless" and the adverbial suffix "-ly".
The adjective "pitiless" comes from the Old English words "pité" meaning pity and the suffix "-less" indicating a lack of something.
Historically, the word "pitilessly" has been used since the 15th century to describe actions or behavior that lacks compassion or sympathy.
Synonyms
mercilessly
ruthlessly
brutally
harshly
cruelly
heartlessly
relentlessly
ruthlessly
viciously
savagely
ferociously
barbarously
inhumanly
remorselessly
unfeelingly
callously
brutally
savagely
mercilessly
pitiless
unsparingly
unforgivingly
unrelentingly
sternly
severely
harshly
coldly
unkindly
inconsiderately
indifferently
dispassionately
impersonally
detachedly
objectively
unmovedly
unemotionally
impassively
unaffectedly
unresponsive
uncaringly
unsympathetically
Definitions
- Without pity or compassion, mercilessly, showing no feeling of sympathy or kindness.
- * In a way that shows no concern or care for the feelings or well-being of others.
Usage Examples
- The enemy attacked the village pitilessly, leaving no survivors.
- * The judge sentenced the defendant pitilessly, showing no leniency or mercy.
- * The storm ravaged the coastal town pitilessly, destroying everything in its path.
Antonyms
kindly
gently
mercifully
compassionately
sympathetically
humanely
benevolently
charitably
leniently
softly
lightly
mildly
tenderly
considerately
thoughtfully
carefully
delicately
politely
courteously
respectfully
graciously
generously
forgivingly
tolerantly
patiently
understandingly
empathetically