Brutal is a term that is widely used to emphasize the severity or extremity of actions, weather, or situations. In the context of violence, it emphasizes savagery and cruelty, often without empathy or remorse. In popular culture, the term has also been used to describe extreme sports, physical challenges, or intense competition, conveying the idea that participants face physically or mentally demanding challenges.
The word also appears frequently in political and social discussions, often when describing governments, actions, or policies that involve harsh repression or disregard for human rights.