BLOODLUST Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

bloodlust

noun

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as in brutality

the desire to kill or to see people killed warriors inflamed by bloodlust

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Recent Examples of bloodlust Related Stories The film follows Alok Goyal, a journalist who transforms into a vampiric creature called Betal after encountering a mysterious woman, and must save humanity from the bloodlust of an ancient evil. —

Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025 There is very obviously no excuse for the kinds of posts and commentary Tyler was known for early in his career, but the internet is fueled by bloodlust, not justice. —

Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2025 The media entertains these questions, in an effort to intellectualize the ideologies underpinning the cult’s bloodlust. —

Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 20 Oct. 2025 Using the pain of that loss to fuel her bloodlust and quest for vengeance, Atsu sets herself on a mission to kill the Yōtei Six, a troupe of formidable outlaws responsible for the crime. —

Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bloodlust

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The doctors in Iran and abroad said the level of brutality and militarization of health facilities was unprecedented in a country that for decades has experienced crackdowns on dissent and surveillance of public institutions.

— Sarah El Deeb, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
The brutality of the murder, the sophistication of the planning and the fact that it was carried out by a group of teens from loving, mostly well-off families drew widespread attention to the case.

— Sean Emery, Oc Register, 27 Feb. 2026