destroy
/dɪˈstrɔɪ/
de · stroy
dɪ · ˈstrɔɪ
English Definition
v. ruin, put an end to
Significado en Español
destruir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
phá hủy, tiêu diệt
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de(go down)+stroy(build).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following is the best synonym for the word “destroy”?
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A
Demolish
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B
Create
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C
Maintain
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D
Ignore
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A — Demolish.
“destroy” means v. ruin, put an end to
Common questions about “destroy”
What does “destroy” mean?
destroy — v. ruin, put an end to. In Chinese: 毁坏，破坏.
How do you pronounce “destroy”?
destroy is pronounced /dɪˈstrɔɪ/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · stroy.
Is “destroy” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. destroy appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “destroy”?
de(go down)+stroy(build).
