cruelly

Definitions

In a way that causes pain or suffering to others.

In a manner that is willfully or sadistically harsh.

Examples

The villain laughed cruelly as he watched the hero struggle to escape.

She was treated cruelly by her peers, which left a lasting impact on her self-esteem.

Synonyms

viciously brutally mercilessly savagely heartlessly ruthlessly harshly

Antonyms

kindly gently compassionately tenderly humanely benevolently mercifully