Synonyms of the word

cruelness

• n. The state of being cruel; cruelty.

cruelty

• n. (uncountable) An indifference to suffering or positive pleasure in inflicting suffering.
• n. (countable) A cruel act.

harshness

• n. The quality of being harsh.

malevolence

• n. Hostile attitude or feeling.
• n. Behavior exhibiting a hostile attitude.

malice

• n. Intention to harm or deprive in an illegal or immoral way. Desire to take pleasure in another's misfortune.
• n. (law) An intention to do injury to another party. In many jurisdictions malice is a distinguishing factor…