verb as in strong fondness

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barbarize, savage

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Example Sentences

Example:The impact of the conflict had barbarized much of the population, making them less tolerant and more violent.

Definition:To make or become savage or cruel; to reduce to a barbaric state.

From barbarize

Example:The prolonged abuse had savage her, erasing any trace of compassion and empathy.

Definition:To make or become cruel or brutal; to brutalize.

From savage