Massacre Definition & Meaning

massacre
noun
  1. the savage and excessive killing of many people
verb
  1. kill a large number of people indiscriminately; "The Hutus massacred the Tutsis in Rwanda"

"Massacre" in song lyrics

See how massacre is used in real songs:

  • "Astromech vernacular initiates the massacre"
    7L & Esoteric f/ KARMA — Psychohistorians
  • "Lyrical disaster, musical massacre"
    9th Prince f/ Dasha, Sav Killz — Assassins
  • "Wound guys, the room guys, moon by massacre"
    Army of the Pharaohs — The Ultimatum

Usage tips for "massacre"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "massacre" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for massacre to find words that pair well.

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