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pitiless

Pronunciation: /ˈpɪtɪləs/

The English word “pitiless” has 2 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Having, or showing, no pity; merciless, ruthless.
  2. Having no kind feelings; unkind.

Etymology

From Middle English piteeles, pyteles; equivalent to pity + -less.

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