thanatoid

/θænˈætaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

Resembling or characteristic of death

“The thanatoid atmosphere of the abandoned mansion was palpable as we stepped inside.”

2. adjective

Resembling or characteristic of death; death-like or deathly

“The thanatoid silence that filled the room was eerie.”

Synonyms

  • deathlike
  • deathly

Antonyms

  • alive
  • living