Execute and Slay

Execute

Execute verb - To put to death deliberately.
Usage example: during the war those convicted of desertion were summarily executed

Slay is a synonym for execute. In some cases you can use "Slay" instead a verb "Execute".

Slay

Slay verb - To deprive of life.
Usage example: millions have been slain worldwide by this dreadful disease

Execute is a synonym for slay in kill topic. You can use "Execute" instead a verb "Slay", if it concerns topics such as criminality.

Nearby Words: slaying, slayer

Common collocations

person execute person slay person
man execute man slay man
people execute people slay people
men execute men slay men
Other words: children, way, king, prisoner, father, anyone, enemy, daughter, enemies, soldiers.
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