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Murderously (Adverb)

Meaning 1

As if bent on murder; "the huge dog bore down on them with bared fangs and barking murderously".

Examples

  • The driver accelerated through the pedestrian crossing, speeding murderously towards the crowd.
  • A massive bear lunged out from the woods and charged at the small group of hikers, growling murderously under its breath.
  • Her former business partner stormed out of the courtroom, glaring murderously at the judge who had just ruled against her.
  • The normally placid dog snarled and bit murderously when anyone approached the family's newborn baby.
  • The speeding train hurtled murderously out of control through the crowded station.

Related Words

  • Murderous (adjective)

Meaning 2

In a murderous frenzy; "rioters running amuck and throwing sticks and bottles and stones".

Examples

  • The raging protesters charged murderously through the streets, destroying everything in their path.
  • The fans stormed the field, their faces twisted, moving murderously towards the opposing team's players.
  • The prisoner escaped and began running murderously towards the village, his eyes blazing with fury.
  • The rival gangs clashed, their members moving murderously through the alleys, seeking revenge.
  • The angry mob rushed murderously towards the authorities, fueled by their long-standing grievances.

Synonyms

  • Amok
  • Amuck

Related Words

  • Murderous (adjective)
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