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Atrocity
01
an extremely brutal act, especially in war
Examples
After the war ended, several leaders were put on trial for the atrocities they had sanctioned.
The museum had an exhibit dedicated to the atrocities of war, showcasing the harsh realities many had faced.
02
the extreme brutality of an action or behavior
Examples
The atrocity of the massacre left the entire nation in shock and mourning.
Historians still discuss the atrocity of the events that took place during the war.
