What does deathly mean?
Deathly means Appearing as though dead, or on the verge of death..
Deathly
/ˈdɛθli/ · adjective
Meaning
Appearing as though dead, or on the verge of death..
Definitions by Sense
- Appearing as though dead, or on the verge of death.
- Deadly, fatal, causing death.
- Extreme.
- In a way that resembles death.
- Extremely, dreadfully.
Example Sentences
He has a deathly pallor.
I rushed towards her, and embraced her with ardour; but the deathly languor and coldness of the limbs told me, that what I now held in my arms had ceased to be the Elizabeth whom I had loved and cherished.
He has a deathly fear of crocodiles.
He was deathly pale.
The water was deathly cold.
He was deathly afraid of crocodiles.
And indeed, [Sydney] Sweeney’s quotes are deathly dull. On changing her body for “Christy,” she said: “It’s so fun just not being yourself.”
Synonyms for deathly
Antonyms for deathly
Related Words
Word Forms
- deathlier
- more deathly
- deathliest
- most deathly
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for deathly?
Common synonyms include dead, mortal, fatal, deadly.
What is the opposite of deathly?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use deathly in a sentence?
He has a deathly pallor.
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