Synonyms for

Bloodshed

Verb / ˈblʌˌdʃed / Another word for bloodshed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the shedding of blood, especially as a result of violence.

Synonyms & similar words

bloodletting battue bloodbath gore slaughter killing murder massacre butchery violence carnage bloodletting annihilation destruction atrocity holocaust genocide extermination death elimination liquidation assassination homicide execution

Synonyms by register

Formal

carnage slaughter massacre homicide

Informal

killing gore violence

Literary

gore slaughter carnage

Antonyms

peace harmony accord truce calm serenity reconciliation

Common collocations

  • avoid bloodshed
  • prevent bloodshed
  • bloodshed and violence
  • bloodshed in the streets
  • bloodshed and loss of life
  • end the bloodshed
  • bloodshed and war

Word family

noun bloodshed
verb shed blood

Usage note

Bloodshed refers specifically to the spilling of blood, usually in violence or death. It carries a strong negative connotation and is often associated with conflict or war.

Example sentences

  1. The war resulted in a lot of bloodshed.
  2. The movie showed a lot of bloodshed.
  3. The police tried to prevent bloodshed during the protest.
  4. The family was devastated by the bloodshed in their community.
  5. The history of humanity is full of bloodshed.

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