brutalization

Noun

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WORDNET DICTIONARY

brutalization(n = noun.state) brutalisation - the condition of being treated in a cruel and savage manner; Array

is a kind of condition, status

Derived form verb brutalize₁

brutalization(n = noun.act) brutalisation - the activity of treating someone savagely or viciously; Array

is a kind of actus reus, misconduct, wrongdoing, wrongful conduct

Derived form verb brutalize₁

brutalization(n = noun.act) animalisation, animalization, brutalisation - an act that makes people cruel or lacking normal human qualities; Array

is a kind of debasement, degradation

Derived forms verb brutalize₃, verb brutalize₂

brutalization, n.

The act or process of making brutal; state of being brutalized. [1913 Webster]

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