Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
potentially-lethal
adjective
/pəˈtɛnʃəli ˈliːθəl/
Definition
Capable of causing death under certain conditions.
Examples
- The virus is potentially-lethal if left untreated.
- She acknowledged the potentially-lethal consequences of his actions.
- Some substances are considered potentially-lethal to humans.
Meaning
The term refers to something that has the possibility of being deadly or fatal, although it may not always result in death.
Synonyms
- deadly
- fatal
- dangerous
- life-threatening
