deady

[/ˈdɛdi/]

adjective

mortal, letal, fatal

1. Informal or slang variation of 'deadly' meaning extremely dangerous, lethal, or capable of causing death

That's a deady weapon.

Essa é uma arma mortal.

2. Slang meaning extremely impressive, excellent, or cool (primarily British/Commonwealth usage)

That party was deady!

Aquela festa foi incrível!

NYC Slang

sick, fire, dope (as positive slang)

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

mortal, letal

Common in colloquial speech

Portugal

letal, mortal

Variant of 'deadly' used in informal contexts

UK/Commonwealth

fantástico, incrível (slang)

Used as positive slang in informal settings

deadly serious - mortalmente sério

deadly weapon - arma letal

deadly sin - pecado mortal

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