Meaning & Definition of word "Barbarous"
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Barbarous
/ˈbɑːr.bər.əs/
adjective:
- 1. Savage; brutal; lacking culture or refinement.
- Example: The barbarous acts committed during the war shocked the international community.
- 2. Fitting of a barbarian; uncivilized.
- Example: His barbarous behavior at the gala left many attendees appalled.
- 3. Rude; harsh; unrefined.
- Example: The critics dismissed the film as a barbarous attempt at humor.
Etymology
From Latin 'barbaros', meaning 'foreign, strange', from Greek 'barbaros'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
barbarous acts:
Actions that are cruel or inhumane.
barbarous treatment:
A way of treating someone brutally and without compassion.
Related Words
barbarism:
A state of being barbarous; lack of civilization or culture.
barbarian:
A person belonging to a tribe or group that is considered uncivilized.
Slang Meanings of barbarous
Meaning: Brutal or harsh behavior
Example Sentence: That guy's got some barbarous vibes when he loses.
Meaning: Extremely rude or uncouth
Example Sentence: Her comments were so barbarous that everyone felt awkward.