murderous

mur·der·ous

adj \ˈmər-d(ə-)rəs\

Definition of MURDEROUS

1

a : having the purpose or capability of murder b : characterized by or causing murder or bloodshed

2

: having the ability or power to overwhelm : devastating <murderous heat>

— mur·der·ous·ly adverb

— mur·der·ous·ness noun

Examples of MURDEROUS

1. I can't stand this murderous heat.
2. The lead runner set a murderous pace.

First Known Use of MURDEROUS

1535

Related to MURDEROUS

Synonyms: bitter, brutal, burdensome, cruel, excruciating, grievous, grim, hard, hardhanded, heavy, inhuman, harsh, onerous, oppressive, rough, rugged, searing, severe, stiff, tough, trying

Antonyms: easy, light, soft

Related Words: austere, bleak, comfortless, discomforting, forbidding, inhospitable, spartan, uncomfortable; biting, inclement, intemperate, wild; rigorous, strict, stringent; agonizing, heartbreaking, heartrending, painful, wretched; crushing, grinding, overwhelming, wearing; insufferable, insupportable, intolerable, unbearable, unendurable; harrowing, tortuous; bad, disagreeable, hostile, unfriendly, unpleasant

Near Antonyms: comfortable, cozy, luxurious, snug; agreeable, friendly, genial, hospitable, pleasant; peaceful, relaxing, reposeful, restful; bearable, endurable, painless, tolerable; balmy, calm, clement, gentle, mild, moderate, temperate

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