brutally
/ˈbruːtəli/
adverb
- In a cruel, violent, or harsh manner.
- The dictator brutally suppressed any form of dissent.
- The animal was brutally killed by the hunters.
- The prisoner was brutally beaten by the guards.
- In a very direct and unpleasant way; without concern for someone's feelings.
- He brutally told her that her singing was terrible.
- The review brutally criticized the director's latest film.
- She was brutally honest about his chances of winning the election.
- Used to emphasize that something is extremely difficult or unpleasant.
- The hike was brutally steep, and we had to stop every few minutes.
- The schedule was brutally tight, leaving no time for breaks.
- The summer heat was brutally oppressive, with temperatures over 100°F.