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deathly Definition and Meaning in English (deathly definition)

adjective
Synonyms:ghastlypalliddeadly
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Deathly definition: Resembling death, especially in being pale, still, or cold, or having characteristics associated with death.

Definitions of Deathly

  1. 1adjective

    Resembling death, especially in being pale, still, or cold, or having characteristics associated with death.

  2. 2adjective

    Causing or capable of causing death; deadly.

  3. 3adverb

    To an extreme or intense degree, often implying something unpleasant or alarming.

Example Sentences

“She had a deathly pallor after the long illness.”

“The room was deathly quiet, making everyone nervous.”

“He was deathly afraid of public speaking.”

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Deathly definition: Resembling death, especially in being pale, still, or cold, or having characteristics associated with death.
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'Deathly' translates to 'deathly' in English. Deathly definition: Resembling death, especially in being pale, still, or cold, or having characteristics associated with death.
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