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.
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.