deadly
deadly
causing death
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deadly usage examples
The deadly heatwave this summer stressed hospitals across the region.
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deadly belongs to the topic "Natural Phenomena". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
deadly synonyms
What's the difference between deadly / life-threatening / mortal / terminal / poisonous / dangerous
Specifies that a condition or injury poses an immediate risk to life; commonly used in medical contexts.
She was admitted with life-threatening injuries.
Can mean 'subject to death' or, in set phrases (mortal wound), 'causing death'; more literary/archaic in some uses.
He suffered a mortal wound.
Used primarily of diseases/stages that are incurable and will lead to death (terminal illness); not used for objects/events.
He was diagnosed with a terminal illness.
Refers to substances/animals that contain poison; implies potential to harm or kill but not identical to 'deadly'.
Some mushrooms are poisonous.
General word for something that can cause harm; less specific about fatal outcomes than 'deadly'.
Driving in the storm was dangerous.
Refers to events with severe, large-scale destructive effects; not specifically 'causing death' but often implies serious loss.
The earthquake had catastrophic consequences for the region.
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How to pronounce deadly and what this word means
deadly means deadly. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce deadly
/ˈdɛdli/
deadly translation
deadly
deadly examples
A deadly tsunami hit the coast, causing many casualties.
deadly transcription
/ˈdɛdli/, /ˈdɛdli/
Questions about this word
deadly meaning: what does it mean?
causing death
deadly pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
deadly is pronounced as /ˈdɛdli/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
deadly definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
A deadly tsunami hit the coast, causing many casualties. Translation: Смертельное цунами обрушилось на побережье, вызвав множество жертв.
Is deadly part of Natural Phenomena vocabulary?
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Is deadly part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, deadly can be learned in the Weather and Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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