Brutally and Graciously

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Brutally adverb - In a manner so as to cause loss or suffering.

Usage example: the prisoners were treated brutally at the hands of the sadistic guards

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Graciously is an antonym for brutally.

Nearby Words: brutal, brute, brutalize, brutality

Graciously adverb - With good reason or courtesy.

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Brutally is an antonym for graciously.

Nearby Words: gracious, gracefully

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