Meaning of the word deadly in English

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deadly

US /ˈded.li/

UK /ˈded.li/

causing or able to cause death

Example:

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The cobra's venom is deadly.

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He suffered a deadly blow to the head.

Synonym:

fatal lethal mortal killing terminal

extremely thorough or effective

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She delivered a deadly accurate shot.

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His wit was deadly, leaving everyone speechless.

Synonym:

effective potent powerful devastating formidable

to an extreme or excessive degree

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He was deadly serious about his threat.

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The air was deadly still.

Synonym:

extremely exceedingly exceptionally terribly awfully

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