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- [mur-si-lis]
- /ˈmɜr sɪ lɪs/
- /ˈmɜː.sɪ.ləs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mur-si-lis]
- /ˈmɜr sɪ lɪs/
Definitions of merciless word
- adjective merciless without mercy; having or showing no mercy; pitiless; cruel: a merciless critic. 1
- noun merciless Showing no mercy or pity. 1
- adjective merciless person: without pity 1
- adjective merciless speech, action: without pity 1
- adjective merciless If you describe someone as merciless, you mean that they are very cruel or determined and do not show any concern for the effect their actions have on other people. 0
- adjective merciless without mercy; pitiless, cruel, or heartless 0
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Origin of merciless
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
First recorded in 1300-50, merciless is from the Middle English word mercyles. See mercy, -less
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Parts of speech for Merciless
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
merciless popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for merciless
adj merciless
- unrelenting — not relenting; not yielding or swerving in determination or resolution, as of or from opinions, convictions, ambitions, ideals, etc.; inflexible: an unrelenting opponent of the Equal Rights Amendment.
- implacable — not to be appeased, mollified, or pacified; inexorable: an implacable enemy.
- inexorable — unyielding; unalterable: inexorable truth; inexorable justice.
- barbarous — If you describe something as barbarous, you strongly disapprove of it because you think that it is rough and uncivilized.
- harsh — ungentle and unpleasant in action or effect: harsh treatment; harsh manners.
adjective merciless
- heartless — unfeeling; unkind; unsympathetic; harsh; cruel: heartless words; a heartless ruler.
- uncompromising — not admitting of compromise or adjustment of differences; making no concessions; inaccessible to flexible bargaining; unyielding: an uncompromising attitude.
- cold-blooded — Someone who is cold-blooded does not show any pity or emotion.
- mean — to intend for a particular purpose, destination, etc.: They were meant for each other. Synonyms: destine, foreordain.
Antonyms for merciless
adj merciless
- compassionate — If you describe someone or something as compassionate, you mean that they feel or show pity, sympathy, and understanding for people who are suffering.
- merciful — full of mercy; characterized by, expressing, or showing mercy; compassionate: a merciful God.
- kind — of a good or benevolent nature or disposition, as a person: a kind and loving person.
- remorseful — full of remorse.
- polite — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.
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