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Brutal
Not Physical Only![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
The word 'brutal' can describe psychological cruelty, not just physical violence. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/J2O9ed9om1XN3nj5s9VMIXVShs.webp)
Seriousness Intensified![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Brutal' often intensifies the seriousness of situations or actions to a severe degree. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/FUG7POTA3EIhSwFDmCj7U7BOI7A.webp)
Negative Emotion![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Brutal' conveys a strong negative emotion and is rarely used in neutral or positive contexts. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/g5TcY6DWn1YuzMlNQkdFpRY2c.webp)