bane (Meaning)
bane (n)
something causing misery or death
bane (n.)
That which destroys life, esp. poison of a deadly quality.
Destruction; death.
Any cause of ruin, or lasting injury; harm; woe.
A disease in sheep, commonly termed the rot.
bane (v. t.)
To be the bane of; to ruin.
Synonyms & Antonyms of bane
bane Sentence Examples
- The incessant noise was the bane of her peace and quiet.
- Procrastination proved to be the bane of his academic progress.
- The tyrannical ruler was the bane of his people, crushing their spirits.
- Bad grammar was the bane of her writing, making it difficult to read.
- Jealousy was the bane of their relationship, poisoning their trust.
- Addiction was the bane of his life, destroying his health and happiness.
- Prejudice was the bane of society, creating divisions and inequality.
- Mosquitoes were the bane of summer evenings, carrying the threat of disease.
- The rain was the bane of their gardening efforts, washing away their plants.
- The traffic was the bane of their commute, causing frustration and wasted time.
FAQs About the word bane
something causing misery or deathThat which destroys life, esp. poison of a deadly quality., Destruction; death., Any cause of ruin, or lasting injury; harm; wo
nemesis,curse, scourge, menace,threat, hex, hoodoo, pitfall, affliction, jinx
assistance, boon, gift,benefit, benefit, support, aid, relief, gift, good
The incessant noise was the bane of her peace and quiet.
Procrastination proved to be the bane of his academic progress.
The tyrannical ruler was the bane of his people, crushing their spirits.
Bad grammar was the bane of her writing, making it difficult to read.
