Synonyms for Pestilence & Similar Words
Definition of pestilence
- noun
- a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal
- any epidemic disease with a high death rate
- a pernicious and malign influence that is hard to get rid of; "racism is a pestilence at the heart of the nation"; "according to him, I was the canker in their midst"
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Writing tips for "pestilence"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like plague can replace "pestilence" 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.
"Pestilence" in song lyrics
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"the residents in the meadow of pestilence"
Blackalicious f/ Lyrics Born, Saul Williams — Release -
"Guess who? I'm swoopin through the air like pestilence"
Boogiemonsters — Recognized Thresholds of Negative Stress -
"Cause they don't deal with holy testaments just war and pestilence"
DJ Vadim f/ Phi-Life Cypher — Ghetto Rebels
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- What are synonyms for pestilence?
- Synonyms for pestilence include: plague.
- How many synonyms does pestilence have?
- Pestilence has 1 synonym.