Definition

Describing something that is related to the act of killing one's mother.

Example

The story explored the matricidal themes present in the character's troubled relationship with her mother.

Conversation

Have you ever heard the term matricidal?

Yeah, it's pretty intense. Why do you ask?

I was reading a book that mentioned a matricidal character.

That sounds dark! What was the story about?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Matricidal → It is formed from "mater" (meaning mother) and "-cide" (meaning to kill). The word "matricidal" refers to the act of killing one's mother.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mother' ('mater') and 'to kill' ('-cide') — that's why matricidal means to kill one's mother.

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