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barbaric

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Adj — Extremely cruel, brutal, or uncivilized.

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barbaric practice barbaric cruelty

Etymology

From Latin barbaricus, from Greek barbarikos, from barbaros ("barbarian, foreigner").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “barbaric” mean?

The word “barbaric” means extremely cruel, brutal, or uncivilized. In plain terms, shockingly cruel or savage, especially in a way that seems primitive or inhumane.

How do you pronounce “barbaric”?

“Barbaric” is pronounced bah-BA-rihk (/bɑː(ɹ)ˈbæɹɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “barbaric” in a sentence?

Here is “barbaric” used in a sentence: “The prison conditions were condemned as barbaric.”

What part of speech is “barbaric”?

“Barbaric” is an adjective.

Where does the word “barbaric” come from?

The word “barbaric” comes from Latin. From Latin barbaricus, from Greek barbarikos, from barbaros ("barbarian, foreigner").

Is “barbaric” a common word?

“Barbaric” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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