Killer
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
A person, animal, or thing that kills or has killed, or something extremely difficult, impressive, or effective. The term can describe murderers, predators, or metaphorically, something outstanding or challenging.
“The documentary explored the psychology of serial killers throughout history.”
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Wordle
Contains vowels I and E; K at start with double L and -ER ending.
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Scrabble
Worth 10 points; the K provides primary value in this common word.
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