Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wreck

verb/noun
/rɛk/
Definition
Wreck refers to the act of damaging or destroying something, typically a vehicle or structure, to the point that it can no longer be used.
Examples
  • The storm wrecked the old pier.
  • They found the wreck of the ship on the ocean floor.
  • His careless driving led to a car wreck on the highway.
Meaning
To wreck something means to cause significant damage to it, often making it unrepairable. It can also refer to a ruined or destroyed state.
Synonyms
  • destroy
  • ruin
  • smash
  • demolish
  • shatter