How to Pronounce "atrocity"
word
əˈtɹɑsəti
uh-TROS-uh-tee
ɐtɹˈɒsɪti
uh-TROS-i-tee
Definition
An atrocity is an extremely cruel or violent act, often committed during war or a conflict, that shocks people because of its brutality.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈtɹɑsəti
British English
ɐtɹˈɒsɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-TROS-uh-tee
UK
uh-TROS-i-tee
Listen in Context
The news reported another atrocity in the war zone.
People around the world were shocked by the atrocity.
He was accused of committing an atrocity against civilians.
Many refuse to forget the atrocities that happened during the conflict.