Brute

/bruːt/ noun

A cruel, violent, or stupid person, or an animal lacking intelligence and gentleness.

From French 'brute' and Latin 'brutus' meaning dull, heavy, or irrational. Originally described animals without reason, then extended to people acting like animals.

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