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Meaning of ruthless
The primary meaning of the word "ruthless" is showing no pity or compassion.
Etymology of ruthless
The word "ruthless" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the noun "ruth", which means pity or compassion, and the suffix "-less", which indicates the absence of something
Historically, the word has been used to describe actions or behaviors that are devoid of mercy or kindness, often in a negative sense
Synonyms
merciless
heartless
pitiless
cruel
brutal
savage
inhumane
relentless
unyielding
unforgiving
unsympathetic
unfeeling
callous
harsh
severe
stern
unrelenting
merciless
cold-blooded
inhuman
remorseless
brutalized
ferocious
vicious
barbaric
fiendish
diabolical
monstrous
atrocious
heinous
abhorrent
odious
detestable
execrable
hateful
malevolent
malignant
vicious
vindictive
vengeful
Definitions
- Having or showing no pity or compassion for others
- Completely lacking in mercy or kindness
- Prepared to do whatever is necessary to achieve a goal, without considering the feelings or well-being of others
Usage Examples
- The ruthless dictator ruled the country with an iron fist, crushing any opposition
- The company's ruthless business tactics led to the downfall of several smaller competitors
- The ruthless killer showed no remorse for his crimes, even after being caught and convicted
Antonyms
compassionate
sympathetic
kind
gentle
merciful
lenient
forgiving
tolerant
understanding
empathetic
humane
benevolent
charitable
generous
considerate
thoughtful
mild
moderate
clement
mild-mannered
soft-hearted
warm-hearted
tender-hearted