eradicate (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪˈrædɪkeɪt/

Definition

To destroy or get rid of something completely, especially something unwanted.

Examples

• The goal is to eradicate poverty by providing education and jobs.

• Scientists are working to eradicate the disease from the population.

• We must eradicate all forms of discrimination from our society.

How to Use eradicate

eradicate [noun] (prepositional phrase)

To completely remove a noun. — "The campaign aims to eradicate illiteracy."

Synonyms of eradicate

Words with a similar meaning to eradicate:

• remove
• eliminate
• exterminate
• annihilate

Antonyms of eradicate

Words with the opposite meaning to eradicate:

• introduce
• establish
• cultivate

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