paracide

[US]/ˈpærəsaɪd/
[UK]/ˈpærəsaɪd/

Translation

n.a chemical pesticide, especially dichlorobenzene, used to kill insects or pests

Example Sentences

the ancient greek tragedies often explored the theme of paracide.

he was accused of paracide after his father's mysterious death.

the paracide trial lasted for several months.

historical records document several cases of paracide in ancient rome.

she was charged with paracide and stood before the court.

the psychological effects of paracide haunt survivors for years.

police investigated the possibility of paracide in the suspicious drowning.

the novel explores the guilt and redemption after an act of paracide.

paracide was considered one of the most heinous crimes in greek mythology.

the accused confessed to the paracide during interrogation.

psychologists have studied the motivations behind paracide for decades.

the paracide case shocked the small community and divided public opinion.

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