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Lethality

Description

Lethality refers to the degree of deadliness or the capacity to cause death. It is often used to describe the potential harm or fatal consequences of a substance, weapon, disease, or situation.

Sample Sentences:

Noun

1. The lethality of the venomous snake's bite made it one of the most dangerous species in the region.

2. The surgeon assessed the lethality of the patient's condition and determined immediate intervention was necessary.

3. The lethality of the chemical used in the industrial accident caused several fatalities.

Adjective

1. The military is constantly developing new strategies to enhance the lethality of its weapons.

2. Tests were conducted to measure the lethality of the new drug before it could be approved for human use.

3. The venom of this spider has a high lethality rate, making it a significant threat to humans.

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