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CUTTHROAT Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word cutthroat. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word cutthroat. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for CUTTHROAT

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fierce
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• marked by extreme and violent energy

• marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid

• ruthless in competition

• violently agitated and turbulent

aggressive
adjectiveadj
adjective

• having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends

adjective satellite

• tending to spread quickly

• characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight

brutal
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

• punishingly harsh

• resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility

• disagreeably direct and precise

cruel
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

ferocious
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• marked by extreme and violent energy

merciless
adjectiveadj
adjective

• having or showing no mercy

relentless
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty

• never-ceasing

ruthless
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• without mercy or pity

savage
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• a member of an uncivilized people

• a cruelly rapacious person

adjective satellite

• (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

• wild and menacing

• without civilizing influences

• marked by extreme and violent energy

verb

• attack brutally and fiercely

• criticize harshly or violently

bowelless
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• ruthless in competition

Best Hypernyms For CUTTHROAT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for cutthroat, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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Alternatives for FIERCE

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