lethal
adjective | /lethal/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
able to cause death; deadly
lethal
adjective | /lethal/
Essential WordsMEDIUMable to cause death; deadly
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Synonyms
deadlyfatalmortal
Antonyms
harmlesslife-givinginvigorating
Examples
"The snake delivers a lethal dose of venom."
"The chemical is lethal if handled incorrectly."
Mnemonic Trick
lethal = lethal weapon
Etymology
from Latin letalis “deadly”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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