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obliterate [o.'blyt*rejt] |
Obliterate means to
completely destroy or eliminate something or someone. It denotes act of wiping out or eradicating any trace or existence of the subject. The term is often used to describe the severe damage or annihilation of an object, idea, or even a memory. Obliterate implies a thorough and comprehensive removal, leaving nothing behind. It can be used figuratively to describe obliterating someone's argument or reputation, suggesting complete defeat or discredit. The word originates from the Latin word "obliterare," which means to erase or blot out. Synonyms for obliterate include annihilate, erase, demolish, decimate, and eradicate. Examples of using the word "obliterate" in sentences: The bomb explosion obliterated the entire building. The hurricane is expected to obliterates coastal towns. The army's artillery fire aimed to obliterate the enemy's defenses. The graffiti on the wall was quickly obliterated with a fresh coat of paint. The new software can obliterates all traces of viruses on your computer. The dictator's regime sought to obliterate any opposition to their rule. The historical documents were carefully preserved to ensure they are not obliterated over time. |
Explain the word "obliterate". Give some examples of using the word "obliterate" in sentences.