CEFR B2

brutally

adverb

Meaning

In a savage, cruel, or harsh manner, often involving physical violence or extreme frankness.

Examples

The winter storm brutally attacked the coast, causing widespread damage.
He spoke brutally about her mistakes, not caring if he hurt her feelings.

Synonyms: cruelly, harshly, savagely, ruthlessly

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brutally (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈbruːtəli/

Definition

In a savage, cruel, or harsh manner, often involving physical violence or extreme frankness.

Examples

The winter storm brutally attacked the coast, causing widespread damage.
He spoke brutally about her mistakes, not caring if he hurt her feelings.
The soldiers were brutally treated by their captors during the war.

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