lethal

/ˈlɛθəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

causing or capable of causing death

“The lethal dose of the poison was not yet known.”

2. noun

a fatal or deadly quality

“The movie portrayed the lethal side of the villain’s character.”

3. adverb

in a way that is fatal or deadly

“He died from the lethal injection.”

Synonyms

  • deadly
  • fatal
  • poisonous

Antonyms

  • benign
  • harmless