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Murderer - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A murderer is a person who unlawfully kills another with intent or malice. The term is often used in legal contexts to describe someone guilty of homicide.

murderer

/ˈmɝːdɚɚ/ /ˈmɜːdərə/

Definition:

A person who unlawfully kills another with intent or malice.

Synonyms:

killer, assassin, slayer, perpetrator

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

savior, protector

Common Collocations:

convicted murderer, serial murderer, alleged murderer, cold-blooded murderer

Derivatives:

murderous, murderess

Usage Tips:

Use "murderer" for someone convicted of unlawful killing; avoid casual use for dramatic effect.

Common Phrases:

mass murderer, cold-blooded murderer, murderer on the loose

Etymology:

From Old English "morþor" (secret killing) + "-er," meaning one who commits murder.

Examples:

  • 1. The police arrested the murderer after a long investigation.
  • 2. She testified against the murderer in court yesterday.
  • 3. The novel’s villain was a ruthless murderer with no remorse.
  • 4. He was wrongly accused of being the murderer but later cleared.

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