Synonyms for Murder
Definition of murder
- noun
- unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being
- verb
- kill intentionally and with premeditation; "The mafia boss ordered his enemies murdered"
- alter so as to make unrecognizable; "The tourists murdered the French language"
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "murder"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like dispatch, hit, homicide can replace "murder" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 8 alternatives available, "murder" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Murder" in song lyrics
See how murder is used in real songs:
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"It's murder, 187"
504 Boyz f/ Krazy — Roll Roll -
"Rectangles and circles, techs fatal to murder"
7L & Esoteric f/ Apathy, Vinnie Paz — Speak Now -
"To infect it, injected, you're lookin at the face of murder"
7L & Esoteric — Watch Me