Pronunciation

/dɪˈstrɔɪ/

Definitions

Noun

1. The act or process of causing something to be destroyed or demolished.
2. The state of being ruined or demolished.
3. A complete and utter ruin or devastation.

Verb

1. To cause (something) to cease to exist, to be damaged beyond repair, or to be altered irreversibly.
2. To demolish or reduce to rubble.
3. To utterly ruin or devastate the morale, reputation, or prospects of.

Phrases

• “Destroy an enemy’s stronghold”
• “The building was destroyed in a fire”
• “Her confidence was completely destroyed by the news”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The ancient city was reduced to ruins after a long war.”
• Verb: “The archaeologists carefully excavated the site to prevent further destruction of artifacts.”
• Sentence with ‘destroy’ as a verb: “The storm caused widespread destruction across the region.”

Synonyms

• Eradicate
• Demolish
• Wreck
• Ruin
• Extinguish
• Annihilate
• Devastate

Antonyms

• Build
• Preserve
• Restore
• Revive
• Enhance
• Protect

Usage

• “The soldiers were ordered to destroy the enemy’s supply lines.”
• “After the hurricane, volunteers worked tirelessly to destroy the debris and rebuild homes.”
• “His argument was so compelling that it effectively destroyed her argument.”