Synonyms of slayer

slayer

noun

as in executioner

Related Words

• executioner
• butcher
• slaughterer
• torpedo
• murderer
• massacrer
• assassin
• murderess
• triggerman
• killer
• hit man
• bravo
• homicide
• cutthroat
• manslayer

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of slayer

The abject terror of reproduction was personified by Lamashtu, demoness of the night, drinker of blood, eater of flesh, slayer of children, untimely opener of wombs, ravager of women. — Eleanor Johnson, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

For context, last year’s Oilers finished 26th in goals against, while their first-round slayer, the Anaheim Ducks, finished 29th. — Janson Duench, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

The trust’s professional fiduciary and trustees have blocked him, citing California’s slayer statute, which prevents anyone from inheriting or financially benefiting from the estate of a person they are accused of killing. — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026

Wright also said that under the slayer statute, the funds would be given to Reiner’s siblings, Romy and Jake. — Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 16 Aug. 2026

The identity of the unpleasing Lindsay Marriott’s slayer has no pressing interest. — Literary Hub, 23 July 2026

In 2024, Marvel removed Blade from its 2025 release schedule, which was not a good sign for the future of the vampire slayer’s return to the big screen. — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 20 July 2026

He was followed by Anthony Stewart Head, who played the slayer's dear mentor, Giles, and passed away in June at 72. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026

Don’t let the hypocrite slayer win! — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 9 Apr. 2026