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Meaning of brute force | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
bɹuːt ˈfɔːs

Definitions

  1. A method of accomplishing something primarily by means of strength, without the use of great skill, mechanical aids or thought.
  2. A method of computation wherein the computer is let to try all permutations of a problem until one is found that provides a solution, in contrast to the implementation of a more intelligent algorithm.

Equivalents

Examples

“We lifted the car by brute force.”
“Chloe pulled the leaflet out of Annabelle’s hand. There were some advantages to being the older sister; sometimes you could use brute force.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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