Vocabulary Entry

destroy

|verb • noun

verb

to cause to cease to exist; to ruin completely.

Example Sentences

"The storm could destroy the old barn if it gets too strong."

"They plan to destroy the evidence before the trial."

"He accidentally destroyed his computer's hard drive."

noun

Example Sentences

"The destruction of the ancient building was a great loss to history."

"War often leads to the destruction of cultural heritage."

"She couldn't bear the thought of the destruction of their home."