[Heart]

Cruel punishment is subjective and depends entirely on the individuals in the relationship and the dynamic.

The word disappointment has a heavy meaning on many s types I've come in contact with. Many of them say that word gives them the worst feeling in the world.

I would gather many on this site would evaluate using the word without just cause would be a cruel punishment. I personally believe there is no universal answer. Therefore I don't think we can categorize anything as a definite cruel punishment. Something someone views as world ending can be a turn on to someone else.