Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Cruelty.
How to pronounce cruelty:
US
Cruelty - as a noun
A cruel act; a deliberate infliction of pain and suffering
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inhuman treatmentHypernyms (Closely Related)
abuse7ill-treatmentill-usagemaltreatment16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Feelings of extreme heartlessness
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mercilessness17pitilessness14ruthlessness15The quality of being cruel and causing tension or annoyance
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cruelness11harshness15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
malevolence18malevolencymalice10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Animal cruelty is a serious offense and should be punished."
"The documentary exposed the cruelty of factory farming."
"His acts of cruelty towards his classmates were deeply disturbing."
"The cruelty of war can be seen in the suffering of innocent civilians."
"Children should be taught to show kindness and empathy, not cruelty."
Word Game Points
Is CRUELTY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cruelty is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CRUELTY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is CRUELTY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cruelty is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCRUELTY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is CRUELTY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cruelty is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRUELTY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
