Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
annihilate
Verb
/əˈnaɪ.ə.leɪt/
Definition
To completely destroy or obliterate something.
Examples
- The force of the explosion seemed to annihilate everything in its vicinity.
- His defeat in the game was so thorough that it felt like his chances were annihilated.
- The disease has the potential to annihilate entire populations if not controlled.
Meaning
Annihilate refers to the act of completely eliminating or eradicating, leaving nothing behind.
Synonyms
- obliterate
- destroy
- eradicate
- extinguish
- exterminate
