assassin

Emphasizes that the assassin was paid to perform the killing.

Highlights the assassin's skill, experience, and that killing is their occupation.

Indicates the assassin has received special instruction and is highly skilled.

Emphasizes the lethal and dangerous nature of the assassin.

Describes someone who intended to be an assassin, often used when the plot is foiled before the attempt.

Refers to someone who tried to carry out an assassination but failed.

To pay someone to act as an assassin.