Synonyms for

Suicide

Verb / ˈsu:ʌˌsaɪd / / ˈsu:ɪˌsaɪd / Another word for suicide — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of intentionally causing one's own death.

Synonyms & similar words

felodese selfdestruction selfannihilation self-destruction self-murder self-annihilation self-slaughter self-immolation self-killing auto-destruction auto-annihilation auto-slaughter auto-murder self-decease self-extermination

Synonyms by register

Formal

self-destruction self-annihilation self-immolation

Informal

offing oneself checking out ending it all

Literary

self-slaughter final exit

Antonyms

birth creation life survival persistence resilience

Common collocations

  • commit suicide
  • attempted suicide
  • suicide prevention
  • suicide rate
  • suicide ideation
  • risk of suicide
  • suicide victim

Word family

noun suicide
verb commit suicide
adjective suicidal

Usage note

The term 'suicide' is highly sensitive and should be used with care. It is often preferable to use person-first language, such as 'a person who died by suicide' rather than 'a suicide victim'.

Example sentences

  1. He was so depressed that he thought about suicide.
  2. The suicide rate among teenagers has increased in recent years.
  3. She left a note before committing suicide.
  4. Talking to a therapist can help prevent suicide.
  5. The act of suicide is often a cry for help.

Quotes

  • Suicide is man's way of telling God, 'You can't fire me - I quit.' - Bill Maher
  • The bravest thing I ever did was continuing my life when I wanted to die. - Juliette Lewis
  • Suicide is not a blot on anyone's name; it is a tragedy. - Kay Redfield Jamison

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