expression, ichidan verb
act with extreme violence; commit atrocities
A strong, literary expression describing actions that are outrageously cruel or tyrannical. Often used in historical or dramatic contexts.
その独裁者は国民に対して暴虐を極めた。
The dictator acted with extreme violence against the people.
侵略軍は占
It is reported that the invading army committed atrocities in the occupied territory.