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Brutal

/ˈbruːtl/

Extremely harsh, severe, or cruel treatment or behavior, often causing discomfort or suffering.

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"Are you mad?" said a rude, brutal voice.

His men were arrogant and brutal.

It is brutal.

Originating from Latin brutalis meaning of or belonging to animals, derived from brutus meaning heavy, dull.

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