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destroyed

verb

Meaning

To end the existence of something by damaging or attacking it.

Examples

The fire destroyed the entire forest.
His reputation was destroyed by the scandal.

Synonyms: ruined, demolished, annihilated, obliterated

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destroyed (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈstrɔɪd/

Definition

To end the existence of something by damaging or attacking it.

Examples

The fire destroyed the entire forest.
His reputation was destroyed by the scandal.
The enemy forces destroyed the bridge.

How to Use destroyed

destroy something (prepositional phrase): To cause the ruin or end of a physical object or abstract concept. — "The storm destroyed the village."
destroy oneself (prepositional phrase): To cause one's own ruin or end. — "He felt he was destroying himself with his bad habits."

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