bloodbath

/ˈblʌdbɑθ/

Definitions

1. noun

A violent and bloody conflict or incident, often resulting in many deaths or injuries.

“The city witnessed a bloodbath during the civil war, with thousands of innocent civilians caught in the crossfire.”

2. noun

A period of time in which a particular activity or phenomenon is widespread or intense, often to an excessive or destructive degree.

“The company’s aggressive marketing strategy led to a bloodbath in the competitive market, with many smaller businesses struggling to survive.”

Synonyms

  • massacre
  • slaughter

Antonyms

  • calm
  • peace