obliterate — to destroy completely; to remove all traces of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to destroy completely; to remove all traces of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈblɪtəreɪt/
Example Sentences
- My mom's cooking skills completely obliterated my confidence in instant ramen.
- The new shopping mall obliterated my savings account in just one weekend.
- The hurricane obliterated several buildings along the coast.
obliterate
VERB[/əˈblɪtəreɪt/]
to destroy completely; to remove all traces of something
The wrecking ball obliterates the wall in a single strike.
The wave obliterates the castle, dominates the shore, and eliminates every trace.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'obliterare', derived from 'ob-' (against) and 'literare' (to write or mark), literally meaning 'to write over' or 'to blot out'. The term evolved to mean complete destruction or erasure.
Breakdown
ob- (against) + liter- (letter/mark) + -ate (verb suffix) = obliterate
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📝Examples
“My mom's cooking skills completely obliterated my confidence in instant ramen.”
“The new shopping mall obliterated my savings account in just one weekend.”
“The hurricane obliterated several buildings along the coast.”
“Time has obliterated most traces of the ancient civilization.”
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