Cruel workhouse Synonyms

Definitions for Cruel


  • (adjective) having or showing the desire to inflict severe pain and suffering on others
  • (adjective) difficult to endure
  • (adjective) hard to accept or bear especially emotionally

Definitions for Workhouse


  • (noun) a poorhouse where able-bodied poor are compelled to labor
  • (noun) a county jail that holds prisoners for periods up to 18 months