What is the answer to "Cruel sort"?

The most common answer is SADIST. However, there are 2 possible answers to this clue.

How many letters does the answer have?

The answer SADIST has 6 letters.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Medium difficulty.

Cruel sort Crossword Clue Answer

The crossword clue Cruel sort appeared in Wall Street Journal on June 23, 2025. Our 6-letter answer will help you solve your puzzle.

Cruel sort Crossword Answer

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Cruel sort Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 6-letter answer to "Cruel sort" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Cruel sort" crossword clue is SADIST. This answer contains 6 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.

Which crossword used "Cruel sort" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on June 23, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What are other answers for "Cruel sort" crossword?

While SADIST is the answer for this specific puzzle, historical data shows this clue has been used with other answers in different puzzles: BRUTE. The answer can vary depending on the puzzle constructor and publication.

What is the meaning of SADIST?

The word SADIST means: someone who obtains pleasure from inflicting pain or others. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Cruel sort".