Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Causing or able to cause death; very dangerous or likely to kill.
Deadly
/ˈdedli/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The last three days had certainly been deadly for her.
'I am Envy,' the Deadly Sin told him.
'I am Gluttony,' the Deadly Sin replied.
Etymology:
The word "deadly" originates from the Old English dēadlīc, derived from dēad, meaning dead, combined with the suffix -līc, meaning -like. It has been in use since before the 12th century.
Usage Statistics:
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