👉 Cruel is a term used in English to describe something that is harsh or unkind. It generally refers to behavior, actions, or words that are particularly hurtful or offensive. Cruelty can take many forms, such as physical harm, verbal abuse, emotional neglect, and even acts of violence.
In the context of language and literature, "cruel" can be used to describe a particular character or action in a story. For example, if a character is described as being
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