ruthlessly
Translation
ruthlessly, mercilessly, cruelly
Examples
The company ruthlessly cut costs.
The company ruthlessly cut costs.
He pursued his goal ruthlessly.
He pursued his goal ruthlessly.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) ... ruthlessly to do something in a way that shows no pity They competed ruthlessly for the prize.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mercilessly, cruelly; Antonyms: mercifully, compassionately
Etymology
From the adjective 'ruthless' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. It means 'in a ruthless manner'.
Memory Tips
If you know 'ruthless' (without pity), just add '-ly' to describe an action done in that way. It modifies the verb.