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Pitiless

Definition

(adj) Showing no mercy or compassion; cruel or harsh

Examples

The pitiless storm left the village in ruins, with no sign of relief in sight.
  • My boss was pitiless about the deadline.

  • Pitiless heat baked the parking lot by noon.

  • In the interview, Lena sounded pitiless when she described the layoffs.

  • Don't be pitiless, Carlos, give him one more chance.

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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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