Synonyms for

Demolishing

Verb / dɪˈmɑ:lɪʃɪŋ / Another word for demolishing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to completely destroy or ruin something

Synonyms & similar words

pulverize crush demolish razing pulverise tearingdown smash leveling destroy destroying ruining wrecking razing flattening leveling smashing crushing annihilating devastating eradicating obliterating exterminating extinguishing liquidating decimating vandalizing damaging breaking dismantling

Example sentences

  1. The bulldozer was demolishing the abandoned house.
  2. The storm was demolishing everything in its path.
  3. The construction crew was demolishing the old bridge.
  4. The fire was demolishing the forest.
  5. The earthquake was demolishing the city.

Quotes

  • Demolishing is easy. Building is hard. - George Lucas
  • Demolishing things is a lot easier than making them. - Kenny Marchant
  • Demolishing the past will never erase the memories. - Unknown

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