murderous

mur·der·ous

adjective \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