Synonyms for

Eradication

Verb / ɪˌrædʌˈkeɪʃʌn / Another word for eradication — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of completely destroying or getting rid of something.

Synonyms & similar words

obliteration elimination destruction annihilation extermination obliteration erasure expulsion purge removal wipeout extinction liquidation abolition suppression termination quashing eradgement clearance dismissal withdrawal

Example sentences

  1. The eradication of weeds from the garden was a difficult task.
  2. The eradication of poverty is a goal of many governments.
  3. The eradication of the disease required a global effort.
  4. The eradication of the invasive species was necessary to protect the ecosystem.
  5. The eradication of corruption is essential for a fair society.

Quotes

  • Eradication is not a biological problem. It is, at its core, a political one.
  • Eradication is not a technical challenge. It is a political one.
  • Eradication is a moral imperative.

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