CEFR C1

barbarically

adverb

Meaning

In a way that is extremely cruel, violent, and uncivilized.

Examples

The ancient invaders treated their captives barbarically, showing no compassion.
Critics described the dictator's actions as barbarically oppressive, crushing all dissent.

Synonyms: cruelly, savagely, brutally, inhumanely

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barbarically (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /bɑːrˈbærɪkli/

Definition

In a way that is extremely cruel, violent, and uncivilized.

Examples

The ancient invaders treated their captives barbarically, showing no compassion.
Critics described the dictator's actions as barbarically oppressive, crushing all dissent.
Despite modern laws, some groups still treat animals barbarically, causing immense suffering.

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