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Vocabulary Entry
cruelty
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The quality of being cruel; infliction of pain or suffering.
Example Sentences
"The cruelty of the dictator was evident in his oppressive regime."
"Animal cruelty is a serious concern for many organizations."
"Her cruelty towards her peers made her quite unpopular in school."
V
verb
To act in a cruel way or to inflict pain.
Example Sentences
"They cruelly dismissed her without warning."
"He didn't mean to cruelty to his sister, but his words hurt her deeply."
"Some people cruelly judge others without knowing their struggles."