A cruel person is someone who is intentionally and maliciously unkind or violent. This term can be used to describe a variety of people, from sadists, who take pleasure in inflicting pain on others, to monsters, who are often described as having inhuman qualities, to brutes, who are known for their physical strength and aggression. An OGRE is a mythical creature that is usually depicted as a large, hideous, and monstrous humanoid. Beasts are also known for their monstrous qualities, and meanies are people who are deliberately unkind or unpleasant. Finally, animals are sometimes used to describe cruel people, as they can be seen as lacking empathy or compassion.