Meaning of the word viciousness in English

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viciousness

US /ˈvɪʃ.əs.nəs/
UK /ˈvɪʃ.əs.nəs/

Noun

deliberate cruelty or violence

Example:
The viciousness of the attack shocked everyone.
He spoke with a certain viciousness in his voice.
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