CEFR B2

hurtfulness

noun

Meaning

The quality or state of causing emotional or physical pain or damage.

Examples

The hurtfulness of his careless remarks lingered in her mind for days.
She tried to explain the hurtfulness of their teasing, hoping they would understand.

Synonyms: pain, cruelty, malice, rancor

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hurtfulness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhɜːtfəlnəs/

Definition

The quality or state of causing emotional or physical pain or damage.

Examples

The hurtfulness of his careless remarks lingered in her mind for days.
She tried to explain the hurtfulness of their teasing, hoping they would understand.
Despite the hurtfulness of the criticism, he remained determined to improve.

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