electrocution
0 antonyms and opposites of electrocution, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Death caused by electric shock, whether by accident or execution.
Etymology
A blend of "electro-" and "execution," coined in the US in the late 1880s alongside the electric chair.
Full origin of electrocution →Frequently asked questions
What does “electrocution” mean?
The word “electrocution” means death caused by electric shock, whether by accident or execution. In plain terms, death or injury from an electric shock.
How do you pronounce “electrocution”?
“Electrocution” is pronounced ih-lehkt-ruh-KYOO-shuhn (/ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuːʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “electrocution” in a sentence?
Here is “electrocution” used in a sentence: “His death was ruled an accidental electrocution.”
What part of speech is “electrocution”?
“Electrocution” is a noun.
Where does the word “electrocution” come from?
The word “electrocution” dates back to around 1880. A blend of "electro-" and "execution," coined in the US in the late 1880s alongside the electric chair.