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lethal

Pronunciation: [ˈliːθəl]

Word

Context: “danger”

(adjective) describes something that can cause death or is deadly. If something is lethal, it means it can hurt someone very badly or even kill them.

Example

The venom from that snake is lethal; it can kill a person in just a few hours.

Example

The medicine is not lethal; it is safe for everyone to take.

Example

What makes a substance lethal to living beings?

Context: “effects”

(adjective) used to describe something that has a very serious or harmful impact. It's about things that can dramatically change a situation, often in a bad way.

Example

The new safety regulations greatly reduced the chances of lethal accidents in the workplace.

Example

The changes they made did not lead to any lethal effects; everything stayed safe.

Example

What are some lethal effects of ignoring safety rules?

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