Cruelest

adj

adj ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    superlative form of cruel: most cruel form-of, superlative

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meanabusiveacuteafflictiveagonizinganimal

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"The cruelest lies are often told in silence."

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