Collocations with "cruel"

Describes a destiny that seems intentionally harsh or unfair. Can also refer to the abstract power of Fate being cruel.

punishment that is excessively harsh or inhumane

describes a tyrant who enjoys causing pain and suffering

A particularly hurtful and unkind mocking remark.

Refers to a deception that causes significant emotional pain or harm.

a deception that causes emotional pain or suffering

A trick intended to cause suffering.

Treatment that causes pain or suffering.

A parody that is unkind or intended to hurt.

A tendency to be unkind or cause suffering.

an unkind and unfair development, often caused by fate

Used to emphasize that a negative quality is extreme.

unkind laughter at someone's expense

A joke that causes emotional pain or suffering.

Used figuratively to describe something powerful and harsh, like fate or a difficult skill.

very harsh or unfair unfortunate circumstances