Synonyms for

Raze

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

Definition

To completely destroy or level a building or structure.

Synonyms & similar words

pulldown raise level dismantle rase takedown teardown destroy demolish flatten level wreck annihilate obliterate erase delete eliminate remove expunge extinguish quell cancel dismantle

Example sentences

  1. The city decided to raze the abandoned factory to make room for a park.
  2. The villagers had to raze their homes after the flood.
  3. The army was ordered to raze the enemy's fortress.
  4. The construction workers will raze the old building to build a new one.
  5. The earthquake razed the entire town to the ground.

Quotes

  • I have come to raze the city and to slaughter the people.
  • We must raze the old to build the new.
  • The enemy will try to raze our city, but we will defend it.

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