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Barbarity Definition & Meaning

barbarity
noun
  1. the quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane
  2. a brutal barbarous savage act

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Frequently asked questions

What does barbarity mean?
the quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane a brutal barbarous savage act
What part of speech is barbarity?
Barbarity is a noun.
How many definitions does barbarity have?
Barbarity has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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