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callously

 

[ ˈkæl.əs.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe someone's behavior or attitude

In a way that shows no concern for the feelings or suffering of others. In a cold-hearted or indifferent manner. Without compassion or empathy.

Synonyms

cruelly, heartlessly, indifferently, ruthlessly, unfeelingly

Examples of usage

  • She callously ignored the pleas for help.
  • The criminal acted callously towards his victims.
  • The manager fired the employee callously, without any warning.
  • The politician's callous behavior towards the community was widely criticized.
  • The dictator ruled callously, crushing any opposition.

Translations

Translations of the word "callously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insensivelmente

🇮🇳 निर्दयतापूर्वक

🇩🇪 gefühllos

🇮🇩 dengan tidak berperasaan

🇺🇦 безсердечно

🇵🇱 bezdusznie

🇯🇵 無情に

🇫🇷 insensiblement

🇪🇸 insensiblemente

🇹🇷 duygusuzca

🇰🇷 냉담하게

🇸🇦 بقلب قاسٍ

🇨🇿 bezcitně

🇸🇰 bezcitne

🇨🇳 冷酷地

🇸🇮 brezčutno

🇮🇸 kærleikslaust

🇰🇿 қатігездікпен

🇬🇪 გულგრილად

🇦🇿 qəddarcasına

🇲🇽 insensiblemente

Etymology

The word 'callously' originates from the Middle English word 'callosite' which means 'hard-hearted'. Over time, it evolved into 'callous' and then 'callously' in the English language. The term is often used to describe behavior that is lacking in empathy or compassion, reflecting a cold and uncaring attitude towards others.

See also: callosity, callousness.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,608 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.