lethal — able to cause death; extremely harmful or destructive
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to cause death; extremely harmful or destructive
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈliːθəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's cooking is lethal - one bite and you're addicted for life!
- The combination of homework and Netflix can be lethal to productivity.
- Carbon monoxide is a lethal gas that has no smell or color.
lethal
ADJECTIVE[/ˈliːθəl/]
able to cause death; extremely harmful or destructive
The single drop of glowing venom proved lethal, instantly melting a massive, smoking hole straight through the solid steel sword.
LET(make) + HALT(stop) — a lethal magic spell will immediately let your beating heart halt.
The glowing beetle extended a tiny needle, ready to deliver a completely lethal sting to the explorer.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'letalis' meaning 'of death' or 'deadly,' derived from 'letum' meaning 'death.' The word entered English through Old French and Medieval Latin.
Breakdown
leth- (death, from Latin letum) + -al (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to') = lethal
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's cooking is lethal - one bite and you're addicted for life!”
“The combination of homework and Netflix can be lethal to productivity.”
“Carbon monoxide is a lethal gas that has no smell or color.”
“His lethal charm made him impossible to resist.”
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