Synonyms for thuggish
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Characterized by thuggery; behaving in a violent or intimidating way; appearing to be violent or intimidating.
Their thuggish manner made continuing negotiations very difficult.
Related words
- Word family
- thuggishness
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| thuggish | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 10 letters
- ruffianish