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cruelly

Meaning of “cruelly”

Harshly, violently, or without mercy.

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KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
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First occurrence: Ezekiel 18:18

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Ezekiel 18:18
As for his father, because he cruelly oppressed, spoiled his brother by violence, and did that which is not good among his people, lo, even he shall die in his iniquity.
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The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Ezekiel 18:18 · retained source text

As for his father, because hee cruelly oppressed, spoiled his brother by violence, and did that which is not good among his people, loe, euen he shall die in his iniquitie.

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Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

In a cruel manner; with cruelty; inhumanly; barbarously.

Webster 1828 facsimile, volume 1, leaf 518