pitilessness

Definitions of pitilessness
  1. noun
    feelings of extreme heartlessness
    synonyms: cruelty, mercilessness, ruthlessness
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    type of:
    coldheartedness, hardheartedness, heartlessness
    an absence of concern for the welfare of others
  2. noun
    mercilessness characterized by a lack of pity
    synonyms: ruthlessness
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    type of:
    mercilessness, unmercifulness
    inhumaneness evidenced by an unwillingness to be kind or forgiving
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