amicicide

/əˈmɪsɪsaɪd/; /æmɪˈsaɪd/; /ˌæmɪsɪˈsaɪd/; /aɪˈmɪsaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who kills or harms friends or close associates.

“The police investigated a case of amicicide and discovered that the victim’s best friend was responsible.”

2. noun

The act of killing or harming friends or close associates.

“The amicicide was a shocking turn of events in the otherwise peaceful community.”

Synonyms

  • friendkiller
  • traitor

Antonyms

  • altruist
  • benefactor