cutthroat
/ˈkʌtθroʊt/Extremely competitive and ruthless, often involving aggressive or unethical behavior to succeed.
The startup scene is cutthroat, with companies doing whatever it takes to outdo each other.
The startup scene is extremely competitive and ruthless, with companies using aggressive tactics to outdo each other.
She described the fashion industry as cutthroat, where designers will sabotage each other to get ahead.
She described the fashion industry as extremely competitive and ruthless, where designers will sabotage each other to succeed.
Often used to describe environments where success is prioritized over ethics or fairness.
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Usage Context
Use 'cutthroat' to describe situations where people or organizations are willing to harm others to succeed.
📖Word Origin
From the 16th century, referring to a person who cuts throats, later used metaphorically to describe ruthless competition.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in business, sports, and competitive environments to describe intense rivalry.