What does BRUTE mean?

Brute 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Adjective

2. Definitions:

• a savagely violent person or animal (noun)
• a person who lacks intelligence or sensitivity (noun)
• unrestrained in behavior or action (adjective)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /bruːt/
• UK: /bruːt/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "brute" originated from the Middle English word "brut", which means "animal". The word has evolved over time to refer to a person or animal who is savage or lacking in intelligence or sensitivity. As an adjective, "brute" is used to describe behavior or actions that are unrestrained or lacking in finesse.

5. Synonyms:

• savage
• beast
• barbarian
• uncivilized
• crude

6. Related Words:

• beast
• crude
• beefy
• brisk
• blunt

7. Example Sentences:

• The brute attacked the hiker without provocation.
• He was a brute of a man, with no regard for anyone elses feelings.
• The athletes brute strength allowed him to lift the heavy weights with ease.