1. of, relating to, or involving fire or burning
Usage: formal or technical; often used in scientific or historical contexts
2. of or relating to a Pyrrhic victory; achieved at too great a cost
Usage: often capitalized when referring to Pyrrhus or his battles; used metaphorically in modern English

Examples

• The pyric effects of the volcanic eruption were devastating to the surrounding landscape.
• Ancient texts describe pyric rituals performed by early civilizations.
• The company's pyric victory in the lawsuit left them financially ruined despite winning.
• Winning the battle proved to be a pyric achievement when the army's losses were counted.
• Pyric acid is a compound studied in organic chemistry.