Advertisement

Advertisement

View synonyms for

ruthless

[ rooth-lis ]

adjective

  1. without pity or compassion; cruel; merciless:

    a ruthless tyrant.

    Synonyms: , ,



ruthless

/ ˈːθɪ /

adjective

  1. feeling or showing no mercy; hardhearted
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
Discover More

Derived Forms

  • ˈܳٳԱ, noun
  • ˈܳٳ, adverb
Discover More

Other Word Forms

  • ܳٳl· adverb
  • ܳٳl·Ա noun
Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of ruthless1

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English; ruth + -less
Discover More

Synonym Study

See cruel.
Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples have not been reviewed.

In recent years, the five-time major champion has become known for the ruthless manner of her victories, subjecting many opponents to the ultimate embarrassment of losing a set without winning a game.

From

Having dodged zombies and ruthless militia in an arduous journey across America in season one, they are now living in Jackson, Wyoming - but danger is never far away.

From

The Irish side ran in eight unanswered tries in a ruthless display as they completely outclassed the United Rugby Championship holders.

From

The ruthless finishes against Dortmund were typical of his scoring habits in Spain - 93 of his 99 goals have come inside the penalty area.

From

Some Americans celebrated it as revenge against a ruthless or indifferent health care system.

From

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement


ruthfulrutilant