CEFR B2

heartlessness

noun

Meaning

The quality of lacking compassion, kindness, or sympathy; cruelty.

Examples

The judge's decision was criticized for its apparent heartlessness.
Despite the suffering of the refugees, the government showed a shocking heartlessness.

Synonyms: cruelty, callousness, inhumanity, ruthlessness

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heartlessness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːrtləsnəs/

Definition

The quality of lacking compassion, kindness, or sympathy; cruelty.

Examples

The judge's decision was criticized for its apparent heartlessness.
Despite the suffering of the refugees, the government showed a shocking heartlessness.
His heartlessness towards his family was a constant source of pain for them.

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