Vocabulary Entry

brutalization

|noun • verb

noun

The action or process of making something brutal or harsh.

Example Sentences

"The brutality of the war led to a significant increase in the rate of brutalization in the affected areas."

"Witnesses reported the brutalization of the prisoners during the conflict."

"The documentary highlighted the brutalization faced by innocent civilians."

verb

Example Sentences

"The harsh conditions served to brutalize the captives over time."

"Educators should never brutalize students with excessive punishment."

"The portrayal of violence in media can brutalize society’s perceptions."