Search Dictionary
Definition of fratricidal

fratricidal

/ˌfræt.rɪˈsaɪ.dəl/
frat · ri · ci · dal
JUMP TO:

fratricidal Lexical Profile

fratricidal Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Characterized by bitter, mutually destructive conflict among members of the same group, country, or organization.

Example

"The political party was weakened by months of fratricidal infighting ahead of the election."

2

Relating to or involving the killing of one's brother or sister.

Example

"The ancient tragedy centered on a fratricidal struggle for the royal throne."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for fratricidal
Antonyms
View all antonyms for fratricidal

• Rhymes for fratricidal

• Nearby Words

fraternity
fraternization
fraternize
fratricidal
fratricide
fratty
frau

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'fratricida' (killer of a brother), combining 'frater' (brother) and '-cida' (killer, from 'caedere', to cut or kill), plus the adjectival suffix '-al'.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fratricidal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fratricidal
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.