merciless

/ˈmɜːsɪləs/adjective

Without any kindness or pity; harsh and cruel.

Example sentences

“The critics were merciless in their reviews of the new film.”
“The merciless dictator jailed anyone who dared to criticize him.”

Common in sport and criticism: a merciless attack on goal, merciless mockery.

Synonyms for merciless

ruthless
cruel
pitiless
heartless
relentless

Antonyms

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Related words

miserlyUnwilling to spend money; holding on to it too tightly, like a miser.moroseGloomy and bad-tempered, saying little and looking unhappy.malevolentWanting to hurt others or wishing them harm.naiveToo trusting and inexperienced, with little understanding of how the world really works.negligentFailing to take proper care or give enough attention to something.obdurateRefusing to change your behaviour or admit you are wrong, no matter what anyone says.