Deathly Definition
deathly
adverb
- to a degree resembling death; "he was deathly pale"
adjective
- having the physical appearance of death; "a deathly pallor"
- causing or capable of causing death; "a fatal accident"; "a deadly enemy"; "mortal combat"; "a mortal illness"
Words that rhyme with deathly
Usage tips for "deathly"
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