Meaning of the word barbarous in English

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barbarous

US /ˈbɑːr.bɚ.əs/
UK /ˈbɑːr.bɚ.əs/

Adjective

1.

extremely cruel or unpleasant, or failing to reach acceptable social standards:

Example:
His murder was an outrageous and barbarous act.
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