cutthroat

Definitions

Relentless or ruthless in competition.

A person who commits murder; a cutthroat or assassin.

Examples

The cutthroat competition in the tech industry forces companies to innovate constantly to stay ahead.

He was known for his cutthroat business tactics, often prioritizing profit over the well-being of his employees.

Synonyms

ruthless mercenary predatory vicious competitive dog-eat-dog murderous

Antonyms

compassionate benevolent gentle cooperative humane kindhearted altruistic