hardheartedly

In pitiless manner

In a hardhearted manner—without compassion or sympathy.

Someone who acts hardheartedly refuses to be moved by others' suffering or appeals: She hardheartedly turned away the family asking for help.

The word is uncommon; hardhearted itself or coldly often serves better.

cruel

mercilessly

Without pity or restraint

brutally · savagely · callously · unmercifully · relentlessly · harshly · viciously · inhumanely · barbarously · remorselessly

indifferent

callously

Without regard for others

coldly · uncaringly · detachedly · dismissively · dispassionately · unfeelingly · nonchalantly · impassively · stoically · phlegmatically

uncompassionate

uncharitably

In an ungenerous manner

unforgivingly · coldheartedly · meanly · selfishly · ungenerously · stingily · grudgingly · heartlessly · cruelly · dismissively

Opposites
emotional responsiveness and compassion

hardheartedlycompassionately

With caring concern

tenderly · softheartedly · warmheartedly · kindheartedly · kindly

Family

hardhearted, hardheartedness

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G