Synonyms for

Crucify

Verb / ˈkru:sʌˌfaɪ / Another word for crucify — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to put to death by nailing or binding the hands and feet to a cross

Synonyms & similar words

mortify subdue savage dun torment blast rag frustrate pillory bedevil execute kill hang slaughter assassinate murder eliminate slay dispatch eradicate exterminate liquidate annihilate obliterate destroy butcher massacre

Example sentences

  1. The Romans used to crucify people who broke the law.
  2. They threatened to crucify him if he did not confess.
  3. The criminal was crucified for his crime.
  4. The soldiers were ordered to crucify the prisoners.
  5. The mob wanted to crucify the thief.

Quotes

  • I am not afraid of being crucified. I am afraid of being forgotten.
  • Those who crucify others should be prepared to be crucified themselves.
  • The cross is the symbol of the crucified, not of the crucifiers.

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words