Antonyms for
murder
The crime of killing a person unlawfully, especially with predetermination.
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No Antonyms Found for Murder

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All Definitions for Murder

Below are all the dictionary definitions of murder:

1The crime of killing a person unlawfully, especially with predetermination.
2The act of killing a person (or sometimes another being) unlawfully, especially with predetermination
3The act of committing or abetting a crime that results in the killing of a person, regardless of intent, and even if the committer or abettor is not the one who killed the person: felony murder.
4To illegally kill (a person or persons) with intent, especially with predetermination
5A group of crows
6The collective noun for crows.
7Something terrible to endure.
8To kick someone's ass or chew someone out (used to express one’s anger at somebody).
9To defeat decisively.
10To devour, ravish.
11Something remarkable or impressive.
12A murderer
13To botch or mangle.
14A surname.

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What are antonyms for murder?

Common antonyms for murder. These words express opposite or contrasting meanings and can be used to create contrast in writing.

How many antonyms does murder have?

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About antonyms for murder

Finding the right antonym for murder helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "The crime of killing a person unlawfully, especially with predetermination.", murder has 0 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.

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