adv
ruthlessly
ROOTH-luhs-lee
Ruthlessly (adv) means In a merciless, uncompromising way, without any regard for others. Example: “The dictator ruthlessly crushed any opposition.”
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In a merciless, uncompromising way, without any regard for others.
"The dictator ruthlessly crushed any opposition."
"She ruthlessly cut the budget in half."
How to use ruthlessly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe adverb form of ruthless — doing something in a harsh, merciless way.
Common pairings
ruthlessly efficient
ruthlessly ambitious
ruthlessly honest
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more ruthlessly
- Superlative
- most ruthlessly
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The dictator _____ crushed any opposition.
Etymology
From ruthless plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for ruthlessly
expressly
aimlessly
endlessly
carelessly
hopelessly
painlessly
fearlessly
recklessly
helplessly
tirelessly
selflessly
needlessly
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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.
