cruelly — In a way that causes pain or suffering to others without compassion or mercy; harshly and unkindly.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a way that causes pain or suffering to others without compassion or mercy; harshly and unkindly.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkruːəli/
Example Sentences
- My alarm clock cruelly wakes me up every morning at 6 AM.
- The teacher cruelly assigned homework on Friday afternoon.
- Life cruelly reminded him that Monday comes after Sunday.
cruelly
ADVERB[/ˈkruːəli/]
In a way that causes pain or suffering to others without compassion or mercy; harshly and unkindly.
In a way that causes pain or suffering to others without compassion or mercy; harshly and unkindly.
The judge ruled cruelly, though justice should be served truly and duly!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'crudelis' meaning cruel or harsh, which derives from 'crudus' meaning raw or bloody. The connection suggests the rawness of uncooked meat as a metaphor for brutal, unrefined behavior.
Breakdown
cruel (from Latin 'crudus' meaning raw/bloody) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in the manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My alarm clock cruelly wakes me up every morning at 6 AM.”
“The teacher cruelly assigned homework on Friday afternoon.”
“Life cruelly reminded him that Monday comes after Sunday.”
“The dictator cruelly oppressed his people for decades.”
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