Definition

A situation involving a lot of violent killing or destruction, often used to describe a massacre or a fierce competition.

Example

The battle turned into a bloodbath, with many casualties on both sides.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new action movie?

Yeah, I heard it has a real bloodbath scene in the last act.

I love movies that really go all out with the action.

Same here! But too much violence can sometimes ruin the story.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bloodbath is formed from "blood" (from Old English "blōd", meaning the red liquid that circulates in the bodies of humans and animals) and "bath" (from Old English "bæð", meaning a washing or immersion). The term "bloodbath" refers to a situation characterized by extreme violence and bloodshed, often resulting in many deaths.

Memory Tip

Imagine a scene where there is so much blood that it resembles a 'bath' — this helps you remember that a bloodbath is a situation filled with extreme violence and bloodshed.

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