Crime Fiction Terminology

noun the final resolution or outcome of a story or play; the unraveling of a plot

• The denouement of the play revealed the true intentions of the main characters.
• The denouement of the movie was so unexpected, I couldn't believe it!
• The denouement of the party was when the cops showed up and shut it down.
• The denouement of their relationship was when they finally had closure and moved on.

adjective describing someone or something that is capable of or inclined to commit murder

• The jury found the defendant guilty of committing a murderous act.
• He has a murderous look in his eyes whenever he gets angry.
• That guy is straight up murderous, I wouldn't mess with him.
• The competition in the industry is so fierce, it's like a murderous battle for market share.