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Definition of deadliness

deadliness

/ˈdɛd.li.nəs/
dead · li · ness
Adverb:deadlily
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Adjective:deadly
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• noun

1

The quality or state of being able or likely to cause death.

Example

"Medical researchers studied the newly discovered strain of the virus to determine its contagiousness and deadliness."

2

Extreme effectiveness, accuracy, or intensity in achieving a desired result.

Example

"The striker was renowned throughout the league for his clinical deadliness in front of the goal."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Deadliness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/deadliness
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