凶狠 xiōnghěn cruel
cruel; vicious; fierce and malicious; vengeful
How to remember 凶狠: 凶 culprit + 狠 vicious = cruel.
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How it is used
- 'Fierce and vicious, ruthless' - of a person's manner or a look: 眼神凶狠 (yǎnshén xiōnghěn) a fierce, cruel stare.
- Emphasizes malicious ferocity and a readiness to hurt; the 狠 adds ruthless determination.