murdered
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for murdered, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Killed deliberately and unlawfully.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “murdered” mean?
The word “murdered” means killed deliberately and unlawfully. In plain terms, describes someone who has been the victim of a murder.
How do you pronounce “murdered”?
“Murdered” is pronounced MUR-duhd (/ˈmɝ.dɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “murdered” in a sentence?
Here is “murdered” used in a sentence: “Police identified the murdered woman as a local nurse.”
What part of speech is “murdered”?
“Murdered” is an adjective.
Is “murdered” a common word?
“Murdered” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "murdered" and "killed"?
"Killed" simply means caused to die, by any means including accidents or war, while "murdered" specifically means killed deliberately and unlawfully. All murders involve killing, but not all killings are murder.
What is the difference between "murdered" and "assassinated"?
Both mean deliberately and unlawfully killed, but "assassinated" is used specifically for the murder of a prominent person, such as a political or public figure, often for political reasons. "Murdered" is the general term for any unlawful, intentional killing.
What is the difference between "murdered" and "manslaughter"?
Murder is killing someone deliberately and unlawfully, with intent, whereas manslaughter is unlawful killing without that full intent, such as through recklessness or in the heat of the moment. The key difference is the presence of an intention to kill.