bloodbath
3 synonyms for bloodbath, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A massacre or scene of extreme violence and killing.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use bloodbath
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a financial bloodbath
turn into a bloodbath
Etymology
From "blood" plus "bath," originally suggesting a scene drenched in blood.
Full origin of bloodbath →Frequently asked questions
What does “bloodbath” mean?
The word “bloodbath” means a massacre or scene of extreme violence and killing. In plain terms, extreme violence, or a figurative wipeout in competition or finance.
How do you pronounce “bloodbath”?
“Bloodbath” is pronounced BLUHD-bahth (/ˈblʌdˌbæθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bloodbath” in a sentence?
Here is “bloodbath” used in a sentence: “The battle turned into a bloodbath within minutes.”
What part of speech is “bloodbath”?
“Bloodbath” is a noun.
How many meanings does “bloodbath” have?
“Bloodbath” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a massacre or scene of extreme violence and killing.
