annihil

/əˈnɪhɪl, ˈænɪhɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause to be destroyed or made ineffective; to bring to an end.

“The earthquake’s devastating impact was said to have annihilated the entire town.”

2. noun

the act or process of destroying something completely.

“The government’s decision was met with widespread criticism over the annihil of the local industry.”

Synonyms

  • destroy
  • obliterate
  • wipe out

Antonyms

  • conserve
  • preserve
  • protect