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pitiless

pi·ti·less

UK/ˈpɪtɪləs/ US/ˈpɪtilʌs/ rare

adjective

1.

without mercy or pity

  • “an act of ruthless ferocity”
  • “a monster of remorseless cruelty”
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2.

deficient in humane and kindly feelings

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Origin

From Middle English piteeles, pyteles; equivalent to pity + -less.

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