morbiferal

/mɔrbɪˈfɛrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or causing disease or death

“The morbiferal effects of the toxic waste on the ecosystem were devastating.”

2. noun

a person or thing that causes disease or death

“The morbiferal presence in the city’s water supply led to a major public health crisis.”

Synonyms

  • fatal
  • morbid
  • pernicious

Antonyms

  • benign
  • nonfatal