# fatally

**Pronunciation:** /ˈfeɪtəli/ · FAY-tuh-lee

**CEFR level:** B2

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning 1: Death

In a way that causes death.

## Examples

- The victim was fatally wounded in the attack.
- He was fatally injured when his motorcycle collided with a truck.
- She succumbed fatally to her injuries after the accident.

## Meaning 2: Disaster

In a way that causes complete failure or ruin.

## Examples

- The company was fatally undermined by the scandal.
- His political career was fatally damaged by the leaked emails.
- The project was fatally flawed from the beginning.

## Synonyms

- mortally — Often used in formal or medical contexts for injuries or illnesses.
- lethally — Emphasizes the ability to cause death, often used for weapons or poisons.

## Antonyms

- safely — Without any risk of harm or danger.
- harmlessly — In a way that does not cause any damage or injury.

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