butcherly
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈbʊtʃərli/
KK: /ˈbʊtʃərli/
adjective
Definition
Resembling a butcher, often in a brutal or violent manner.
Example
The movie depicted a butcherly scene that shocked the audience.
Conversation
Did you see that movie with the butcherly character?
Yeah, he was really intense and scary!
I know, right? His demeanor was so butcherly throughout the film.
Definitely added to the suspense; I couldn't look away!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
brutal
savage
cruel
Antonyms
gentle
kind
humane
adverb
Definition
In a manner that resembles a butcher, often implying brutality or a lack of compassion.
Example
The soldier acted butcherly during the raid, showing no mercy to the captured enemy.
Conversation
Did you see how that movie ended?
Yeah, it was pretty intense and butcherly at the same time!
I know right? The way the main character was treated was just brutal.
Root Explanation
Butcherly is derived from "butcher" (from Old French *bouchier*, meaning a person who slaughters animals for meat) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in the manner of). The word "butcherly" describes something done in the manner of a butcher, often implying a rough or brutal approach.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'butcher' who slaughters animals, and remember that 'butcherly' means doing something in a rough or brutal manner, just like a butcher might.
Visually Confused Words
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