murderous
[ˈmɜːdəɹəs]
[ˈmɝdəɹəs]
A murderous person or thing has a strong tendency to cause harm or violence.
The word "murderous" is often used to describe situations or feelings that are intense and potentially destructive. For example, we might say that a storm was "murderous" because it caused so much damage, or that someone's criticism was "murderous" because it was so harsh. In this way, the word highlights the extreme nature of the situation, implying that it's capable of causing significant harm.
How common is "murderous"?
Word murderous is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
adjective
Of, characterized by, or pertaining to murder or murderers.
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Real examples of "murderous" in context
