atrocity
Translation
atrocity, outrage, horror
Examples
The war was filled with unspeakable atrocities.
The war was filled with unspeakable atrocities.
He described the event as an atrocity against humanity.
He described the event as an atrocity against humanity.
Grammar Patterns
an atrocity against ((sb./sth.)) an act of extreme cruelty against someone or something. He described the event as an atrocity against humanity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: brutality, barbarity, cruelty; Antonyms: kindness, humanity
Etymology
From Latin 'atrox' (fierce, cruel). The '-city' suffix denotes a quality or state.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'trophy' for a terrible act, which is an 'atrocity'.