deadly

Definition

  • adjective: causing or able to cause death
  • adjective: likely to cause or capable of producing death
  • synonyms: mortal, fatal, destructive

Examples

  • He's 'deadly' [='dead'] serious about finding another job.

  • Officers are allowed to use 'deadly force' if necessary.

  • The two gang leaders are 'deadly' enemies.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) for these three demon-like nymphs named Grudge, Retaliation and Unnameable will taunt you with a deadly kiss." Ugh. (giggles) "Draw a card that corresponds with the space you land on and dare to tell the truth. (..)
    2009 The Black Waters of Echo's Pond
  • (..) But the lure of the powerful flute proved far too great for this once naive, fawn-like race who soon stumbled into a deadly feud - of chaos and destruction." - Ooh. (all chuckling) "Remember, neither the keenest mind (..)
    2009 The Black Waters of Echo's Pond