Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
murderess
Noun
/ˈmɜːrdərəs/
Definition
A woman who commits murder.
Examples
- The novel tells the story of a murderess who evades capture.
- In history, several notorious murderesses have captured the public’s imagination.
- She was tried as a murderess after the evidence against her became overwhelming.
Meaning
The term ‘murderess’ specifically refers to a female individual who has unlawfully killed another person.
Synonyms
- Female murderer
- Killer
- Assassin
