Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
holocaust
noun
/ˈhɒləkɔːst/
Definition
The Holocaust refers to the systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies and collaborators during World War II.
Examples
- The Holocaust remains a significant part of history that we remember to honor the victims.
- Many films and books have been created to depict the events of the Holocaust.
Meaning
It is commonly used to describe the genocide of Jews during World War II, but can also refer to similar acts of mass violence and extermination.
Synonyms
- genocide
- massacre
- atrocity
