Fatally Meaning in English
word · lemma: fatal
ˈfeɪtəɫi
FAY-tl-ee
fˈeɪtəli
FAY-tuh-lee
Definition
In a way that causes death or something very serious and irreversible, often used when talking about accidents, injuries, or mistakes.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal, news, or medical contexts; often paired with 'wounded', 'injured', or 'mistake' as in 'fatally wounded'. Avoid using for non-serious contexts. Similar to 'lethally', but 'fatally' is broader and not always intentional.
Spanish: fatalmentePortuguese (BR): fatalmentePortuguese (PT): fatalmenteChinese (Simplified): 致命地Chinese (Traditional): 致命地Hindi: घातक रूप सेArabic: بشكل مميتBengali: মরণাত্মকভাবেRussian: смертельноJapanese: 致命的にVietnamese: một cách chết ngườiKorean: 치명적으로Turkish: ölümcül şekildeUrdu: مہلک طور پرIndonesian: secara fatal
Example Sentences
The driver was fatally injured in the accident.
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He was fatally bitten by a snake.
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The patient was fatally ill.
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She made a fatally wrong decision that ended the company.
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The hero was fatally wounded saving his friend.
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Their plan was fatally flawed from the start.
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