Meaning of the word deathly in English

What does deathly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deathly

US /ˈdeθ.li/
UK /ˈdeθ.li/

Adjective

resembling death; suggestive of death

Example:
He had a deathly pallor after the accident.
The room was filled with a deathly silence.

Adverb

to an extreme or intense degree; very

Example:
He was deathly afraid of heights.
The room was deathly cold.