fatal

/ˈfeɪtəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

causing or leading to death; deadly

“The fatal accident on the highway was a wake-up call for the community.”

2. adverb

in a way that is fatal

“He died from a fatal wound inflicted in the battle.”

3. noun

an event or situation that is fatal

“The fatal was a major turning point in the story.”

4. noun

a card in the game of blackjack that has a value of zero

“The player was dealt a fatal and lost the game.”

Synonyms

  • deadly
  • lethal
  • mortal

Antonyms

  • benign
  • harmless
  • nonfatal