brutal
/ˈbruːtəl/
adjective
- Extremely cruel, violent, or harsh.
- The boxer delivered a brutal punch that knocked his opponent out.
- The winter storm was brutal, leaving many homes without power for days.
- The dictator's brutal regime imprisoned thousands of innocent people.
- Very direct and unpleasant; not caring about someone's feelings.
- She gave him a brutal truth: he wasn't qualified for the job.
- The movie critic's review was brutal, calling the film a waste of time.
- His feedback was brutal but honest, and it helped me improve.
- Extremely difficult or unpleasant.
- The marathon was brutal, with steep hills and scorching heat.
- I had a brutal day at work, with back-to-back meetings and no lunch break.
- The final exam was brutal; only a few students passed.