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deathly

The correct spelling is deathly.

How to pronounce deathly

adjective

IPA: /ˈdɛθli/

Say it like: Dee-thl-ee

The correct spelling is deathly. Appearing as though dead, or on the verge of death. For example: "He has a deathly pallor."

Usage Examples

He has a deathly pallor.

He has a deathly fear of crocodiles.

He was deathly pale.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Appearing as though dead, or on the verge of death.
  2. 2.Deadly, fatal, causing death.
  3. 3.Extreme.

adverb

  1. 1.In a way that resembles death.
  2. 2.Extremely, dreadfully.

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