Meaning & Definition of word "Barbarous"

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.