Meaning of the word viciousness in English

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viciousness

US /ˈvɪʃ.əs.nəs/
UK /ˈvɪʃ.əs.nəs/

Noun

1.

the quality or fact of being cruel and showing an intention to hurt or upset someone:

Example:
I don't think he expected the viciousness or nastiness of the book.
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