noun
- plural of barbarousness; the quality or state of being barbarous; extreme cruelty, savagery, or lack of civilization
Usage: formal; typically used in abstract or historical contexts
Examples
- The barbarousnesses of ancient warfare were documented by historians.
- She condemned the barbarousnesses committed during the conflict.
- The novel explored the barbarousnesses lurking beneath civilized society.
- Multiple barbarousnesses were attributed to the invading forces.
- The barbarousnesses of the regime shocked the international community.