Question

Which of the following words is the best example of a formal word meaning “cruel”?

jagged
draconian
insanely mean
crazy hard

Answer 1

Hello there!
The answer to your question is Draconian.
The word Jagged is an adjective, so therefore it can't be this one. And honestly, you never hear someone call someone jagged.
Insanely (means mentally ill) mean isn't right either. And, you never hear someone being called that.
Crazy hard, well, you don't hear it either.
So, that leaves you with draconian.
Hope this helps!

Answer 2

Hey there, IllusionNote1!

The definition of jagged is 'having rough, sharp points protruding,' so jagged is not the answer.

The definition of draconian is 'excessively harsh and severe,' so that could possibly be it.

Insanely mean is not formal.

Crazy hard is not formal.

Your best bet is draconian.