Brutally: meaning, definitions and examples

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brutally

[ ˈbruː.tə.li ]

^{Context #1}

describe an action

In a brutally honest manner, without any attempt to soften the impact of one's words or actions.

Synonyms

cruelly, harshly, mercilessly

Examples of usage

She was brutally honest with him about his performance in the play.
The soldiers were trained to fight brutally and efficiently.

^{Context #2}

describe something violent or harsh

Characterized by extreme violence, cruelty, or harshness.

Synonyms

cruelly, harshly, violently

Examples of usage

The movie depicted a brutally realistic portrayal of war.
The storm caused brutally strong winds and heavy rainfall.

Translations

Translations of the word "brutally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brutalmente

🇮🇳 निर्दयता से

🇩🇪 brutal

🇮🇩 dengan kejam

🇺🇦 брутально

🇵🇱 brutalnie

🇯🇵 残忍に (ざんにんに)

🇫🇷 brutalement

🇪🇸 brutalmente

🇹🇷 vahşice

🇰🇷 잔인하게

🇸🇦 بقسوة

🇨🇿 brutálně

🇸🇰 brutálne

🇨🇳 残忍地 (cánrěn de)

🇸🇮 brutalno

🇮🇸 grimmilega

🇰🇿 қатыгездікпен

🇬🇪 სასტიკად

🇦🇿 vəhsicəsinə

🇲🇽 brutalmente

Word origin

The word 'brutally' originates from the Middle English word 'brutal', which came from the Old French 'brutal' meaning 'cruel, violent'. It is ultimately derived from the Latin word 'brutalis', meaning 'like an animal, brutal'. The term has evolved over time to describe actions or situations that are extremely harsh, violent, or cruel.