ruthlessly
1 synonym for ruthlessly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a merciless, uncompromising way, without any regard for others.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use ruthlessly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ruthlessly efficient
ruthlessly ambitious
ruthlessly honest
Etymology
From ruthless plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Full origin of ruthlessly →Frequently asked questions
What does “ruthlessly” mean?
The word “ruthlessly” means in a merciless, uncompromising way, without any regard for others. In plain terms, the adverb form of ruthless — doing something in a harsh, merciless way.
How do you pronounce “ruthlessly”?
“Ruthlessly” is pronounced ROOTH-luhs-lee (/ˈɹuːθ.ləs.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “ruthlessly” in a sentence?
Here is “ruthlessly” used in a sentence: “The dictator ruthlessly crushed any opposition.”
What part of speech is “ruthlessly”?
“Ruthlessly” is an adverb.
