eradicate

/ˌɛrədɪˈkeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to completely eliminate or get rid of something

“The new law aims to eradicate poverty in the country within a decade.”

2. verb

to remove weeds or other unwanted plants from a particular area

“The farmer spent the day eradicating weeds from his fields.”

3. noun

the act of completely eliminating or getting rid of something

“The eradication of slavery was a major milestone in human history.”

Synonyms

  • annihilate
  • destroy
  • eliminate
  • exterminate

Antonyms

  • encourage
  • establish
  • introduce
  • promote