Definitions

1. verb

to murder (someone) secretly or suddenly, typically for political or criminal reasons

“The president was assassinated in a shocking turn of events.”

2. noun

the act of murdering (someone) secretly or suddenly, typically for political or criminal reasons

“The investigation into the assassination led to a shocking revelation.”

3. verb

to kill or destroy (something) by gradual or subtle means

“The company’s profits were assassinated by the rising competition.”