word
Cruel
KROO-uhl
/ˈkruːʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
cruel
Dictionary meaning
(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering.
Synonyms: vicious
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Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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