This is the 9690th most frequent Portuguese word.
cruel
Cruel: Showing a lack of compassion; causing pain or suffering deliberately.
Here, 'cruel' is used as an adjective to express the harsh and inhumane behavior of the dictator.
O ditador foi cruel ao povo durante o seu governo.
The dictator was cruel to the people during his rule.
In this case, 'cruel' signifies that the decision caused unnecessary suffering or harm to affected individuals.
Essa decisão foi muito cruel com aqueles que precisavam de ajuda.
That decision was very cruel to those who needed help.
Here, 'cruel' describes the unnecessary or intentional mistreatment of animals by certain individuals.