Synonyms for

Decapitated

Verb / di:ˈkæpʌˌteɪtɪd / Another word for decapitated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to cut off the head of something or someone

Synonyms & similar words

behead beheaded decollate decapitate behead execute kill murder slaughter eliminate assassinate annihilate eradicate exterminate liquidate terminate dispatch sever

Example sentences

  1. The executioner decapitated the criminal with a single blow.
  2. The statue was decapitated during the storm.
  3. The dragon's head was decapitated by the brave knight.
  4. The guillotine was used to decapitate people during the French Revolution.
  5. The victim was decapitated in a freak accident on the roller coaster.

Quotes

  • I would rather be decapitated than bored.
  • I would rather be decapitated than lose my moral center.
  • You can't decapitate ideas.

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