Definition of Brutish
Brutish
brut·ish
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
relating to or resembling a brute in some way, often in terms of being overly strong, harsh, or uncivilized/unrefined;
e.g. He acted in such a savage and brutish manner we were forced to remove him from our team.
(adjective)
somehow characteristic of an animal, especially in terms of being grossly or overly physical or sensual;
e.g. He had a brutish appetite and ate with little decorum.
(adjective)
lacking in sensibility or intelligence;
e.g. He had a brutish and hasty reaction to the news.
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