Assassin

usgb/əˈsæsn/
noun

A person who kills someone for money or for political reasons.

The president's assassin was never found.
Visual representation of "assassin" - A person who kills someone for money or for political reasons.

Often appears as...

  • political assassin
  • professional assassin
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Negative Connotation

The word 'assassin' carries a strongly negative feel, used for a killer with dubious motives.

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The assassin's cold gaze revealed no remorse.
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Stealthy Implications

'Assassin' suggests secrecy and stealth rather than an open attack.

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Silent as shadow, the assassin slipped through the darkness.
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Professional Aspect

An 'assassin' is often seen as a professional, someone skilled and paid to carry out a targeted killing.

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The skilled assassin had a reputation for never failing a contract.
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