adjective relating to or resembling an animal or animals; inhumanly cruel or depraved
Used to depict savage or brutal behavior in characters or situations
Referring to primitive or instinctual behavior in humans
Associated with actions or behaviors that are considered morally reprehensible
Describing animal-like behavior or characteristics in non-human species
In literature, the term 'bestial' may be used to describe a character or behavior that is animal-like or savage.
Psychologists may use the term 'bestial' to describe certain aggressive or instinctual behaviors in individuals.
Biologists may use 'bestial' to describe certain animal behaviors or characteristics in their research or studies.
In criminal profiling, 'bestial' may be used to describe particularly violent or inhumane crimes.