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VocabJLPT N1

killer

Noun

Definitions

1. killer
2. destroyer
3. seducer
4. Killer

This katakana noun borrowed from English refers to a killer or someone who eliminates others. It is also used as a modifier meaning something extremely effective or dominant, such as a "killer app."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Management concluded that "a price hike could be a demand killer."

Sentence 2

When he says "excuses are the killer of growth," honestly, he's not wrong.

Sentence 3

If they're really a killer, why are they acting so calm?

Sentence 4

The constant notifications are a total focus killer — honestly, I'm fed up.

Sentence 5

"Silence is the killer of debate," he said, and got up from his seat.