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Baneful (adj) means causing death, especially through poison.

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1
Causing death, especially through poison.
2
Causing harm or damage.
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Etymology

Formed from bane and -ful.

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What is the meaning of baneful?
"baneful" (adj) means causing death, especially through poison.
What is another word for baneful?
Other words for "baneful" include deadly, baleful, pernicious, pestilent.
What is the opposite of baneful?
Opposites of "baneful" include beneficent, helpful.
What are the different meanings of baneful?
"baneful" has 2 main meanings: 1. Causing death, especially through poison; 2. Causing harm or damage.

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