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Vocabulary Entry
death
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
The end of life; the cessation of biological functions that sustain a living organism.
Example Sentences
"The death of the tree was evident in its lifeless branches."
"His greatest fear was the death of loved ones."
"The doctor announced the death of the patient after several attempts to revive him."
V
verb
To cause to die or to cease living.
Example Sentences
"The harsh winter weather can death many vulnerable animals."
"The illness threatened to death the patient if left untreated."
"In the story, a tragic event caused the hero to death rather unexpectedly."
A
adjective
Relating to or characteristic of death; often used for emphasis on emptiness or lack of vitality.
Example Sentences
"He had a deathly pallor that worried everyone around him."
"The room fell silent, creating a deathly atmosphere."
"The deathly stillness of the forest was unsettling during the night."