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merciless

mer·ci·less [ múrsiləss ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. lacking mercy: showing no mercy or compassion toward somebody or something

2. severe: very harsh in the judgment and treatment of others

3. relentless: continuing at a high level of violence or unpleasantness without pause or relief


mer·ci·less·ly adverb
mer·ci·less·ness noun
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