deathly

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/ˈdɛθli/ English

Definitions

adjective

Appearing as though dead, or on the verge of death.“He has a deathly pallor.”
Deadly, fatal, causing death.
Extreme.“He has a deathly fear of crocodiles.”

adverb

In a way that resembles death.“He was deathly pale.”
Extremely, dreadfully.“He was deathly afraid of crocodiles.”

Related words

Synonyms

mortal deadly deathlike dead fatal mortally fatally lethally deathy deathful deathsome death-like ghastly pale as death thanatoid deadish

Associated

hallows muggle snape wand goblet potter ginny fleur lupin remus eater afraid

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