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ruthlessness

/ˈruːθlɛsnɛs/ noun · British & US
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What does ruthlessness mean?

noun

The quality of being brutally honest and unyielding in one's actions or decisions, often without regard for others' feelings or opinions.

Example

"The company's ruthlessness in downsizing led to widespread criticism from the community."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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