Definition

A person who kills their father, mother, or another close family member.

Example

The story revolves around a parricide who struggles with guilt after committing the crime.

Conversation

Did you hear about that movie exploring the theme of parricide?

Yeah, I heard it was pretty intense and disturbing.

It made me think about the psychological aspects behind a parricide act.

Definitely, it's a heavy topic that can lead to deep discussions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Parricide is formed from "parri-" (from Latin "parricida", meaning father or ancestor) and "-cide" (from Latin "caedere", meaning to kill). The word refers to the act of killing one's father or a close relative.

Memory Tip

Think of 'killing' ('-cide') a 'father' or 'ancestor' ('parri-') — that's why parricide means the act of killing a parent.

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