Homicidal

usgb/ˌhɑːmɪˈsaɪdl/
adjective

Related to or involving murder or killing of people.

He had a homicidal tendency, which scared everyone around him.
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Often appears as...

  • homicidal maniac
  • homicidal tendencies
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Negative Connotation

Homicidal implies a severe negative judgment and is associated with danger.

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The novel's character was imprisonable due to his homicidal behavior.
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Intensity of Emotion

Homicidal can describe extreme anger or hate, suggesting potential violence.

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Overcome by jealousy, he felt a sudden homicidal fury.
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Legal Context

Homicidal often appears in legal discussions around criminal intent and behavior.

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The defendant's homicidal intent was clear from the evidence presented.
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