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Meaning of homicidal
Relating to or characterized by murder or the intention to murder
Etymology of homicidal
The word "homicidal" comes from the Latin words "homo" meaning man or human and "caedere" meaning to kill, with the suffix "-al" forming an adjective
It has been used in the English language since the 17th century to describe something or someone related to or characterized by murder
Synonyms
murderous
lethal
deadly
fatal
killer
violent
aggressive
savage
brutal
ferocious
ruthless
merciless
pitiless
cold-blooded
cruel
inhumane
barbaric
atrocious
heinous
abhorrent
detestable
vile
odious
monstrous
fiendish
diabolical
bloodthirsty
cutthroat
homicidal
slaughterous
butcherly
carniferal
sanguinary
sanguineous
genocidal
fratricidal
matricidal
patricidal
infanticidal
uxoridal
mariticidal
filicidal
sororidal
Definitions
- Having or showing a desire to kill people
- * Relating to or characterized by murder
Usage Examples
- The detective was tasked with profiling the homicidal suspect to understand their motives
- * The new policy aims to reduce homicidal violence in the city by increasing community engagement and support services
Antonyms
nonviolent
peaceful
gentle
kind
compassionate
humane
benevolent
merciful
lenient
mild
meek
tame
docile
submissive
compliant
obedient
law-abiding
orderly
tranquil
serene
calm
peaceful
non-aggressive
non-lethal
life-affirming
life-saving
altruistic
philanthropic