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Ruthlessness Definition & Meaning

ruthlessness
noun
  1. mercilessness characterized by a lack of pity
  2. feelings of extreme heartlessness

"Ruthlessness" in song lyrics

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  • "Like I'm new to this ruthlessness"
    Jesse Abraham f/ Blu — Words Past the Margin
  • "over egotistic stupidness, with a touch of ghetto ruthlessness"
    MUD Family — MUD Files

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Frequently asked questions

What does ruthlessness mean?
mercilessness characterized by a lack of pity feelings of extreme heartlessness
What part of speech is ruthlessness?
Ruthlessness is a noun.
How many definitions does ruthlessness have?
Ruthlessness has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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