brute
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B2
/bruːt/
savagely violent or animalistic
Etymology
Etymology Information
'brute' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'brutus,' where 'brutus' meant 'heavy, dull, or stupid.'
Historical Evolution
'brutus' transformed into the Old French word 'brut,' and eventually became the modern English word 'brute' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'heavy or dull,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'savagely violent or animalistic.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a savagely violent person or animal.
The man was a brute, showing no mercy to his opponents.
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Adjective 1
characteristic of an animal in quality, action, or instinct; not human.
His brute strength was unmatched in the competition.
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