brutish
0 antonyms and opposites of brutish, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Crude, savage, and lacking in refinement or feeling, like an animal.
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Etymology
Formed from brute plus the adjective suffix -ish.
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What does “brutish” mean?
The word “brutish” means crude, savage, and lacking in refinement or feeling, like an animal. In plain terms, acting like an unfeeling animal — crude and lacking normal human decency.
How do you pronounce “brutish”?
“Brutish” is pronounced BROOT-ihsh (/ˈbɹuːt.ɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “brutish” in a sentence?
Here is “brutish” used in a sentence: “Life in the camp was brutish, cold, and short on comfort.”
What part of speech is “brutish”?
“Brutish” is an adjective.