lethal

/ˈliːθəl/
adjective
  1. Able to cause death; deadly.
    • The soldier carried a lethal weapon.
    • The snake's venom is lethal to humans.
    • Driving at high speeds on icy roads can be lethal.
  2. Very harmful or destructive, though not necessarily causing death.
    • That joke was lethal — I laughed so hard I couldn't breathe.
    • The combination of stress and lack of sleep can be lethal to your health.
    • The team's lethal offense scored five goals in the first half.
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