Callously: meaning, definitions and examples
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callously
[ ˈkæl.əs.li ]
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
Word origin
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.