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
