cruelty

//ˈkruːəlti//
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Noun

crueltySingular
crueltiesPlural
1

The quality or state of being cruel; behavior that deliberately causes pain or suffering to others.

The cruelty of the dictator shocked the entire world.

2

A cruel act or instance of cruel behavior.

The documentary exposed the cruelties committed against the prisoners.