What does depredatory mean?
Depredatory means Tending or designed to depredate..
Depredatory
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Tending or designed to depredate..
Definitions by Sense
- Tending or designed to depredate.
- (nonstandard) predatory
Example Sentences
a depredatory incursion
Word Forms
- more depredatory
- most depredatory
Related Words
When Should You Use Depredatory?
Use depredatory when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for depredatory?
The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.
What is the opposite of depredatory?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use depredatory in a sentence?
a depredatory incursion
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