murderish

/ˈmɜrdərɪʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a tendency to commit murder; murderously inclined

“The murderish villain was feared by the entire village.”

2. adjective

characterized by or resembling murder

“The murderish atmosphere of the old mansion was unsettling.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is murderously inclined or characterized by murder

“The detective was investigating the murderish suspect.”

Synonyms

  • bloodthirsty
  • homicidal
  • murderous

Antonyms

  • nonviolent
  • peaceful