brutalization

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the condition of being treated in a cruel and savage manner
  2. noun the activity of treating someone savagely or viciously
  3. noun an act that makes people cruel or lacking normal human qualities

Etymology

From brutalize + -ation.

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