Pestilent
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈpɛstələnt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Pestilent is an adjective meaning Highly injurious or destructive to life: deadly.
Meaning
Highly injurious or destructive to life: deadly.
More Meanings
- (informal) Annoying.
- (archaic) Harmful to morals or public order.
Synonyms for pestilent
Depending on context, synonyms include pestiferous, pernicious, harmful, noxious, pestilential, baneful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include deadly, harmful, pernicious, noxious, baneful, plaguey.
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