(ex-tir-pate) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to destroy completely; to wipe out

Example Sentence

We fear whole species will continue to extirpate by the destruction of trees.

Synonyms

abolish; abolition; blot out; efface; eradicate

Antonyms

help; leave alone

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Rhymes

  • extirpate