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extermination

 

[ ษชkหŒstษœหrmษชหˆneษชสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

warfare

The act of completely destroying or eliminating something, especially through a systematic and widespread approach. It often refers to the eradication of a particular group of people, animals, or things.

Synonyms

annihilation, destruction, eradication

Examples of usage

  • The extermination of the opposing army was ruthless and relentless.
  • The extermination of certain species of wildlife has led to imbalances in the ecosystem.
  • The extermination of Jews during the Holocaust remains a dark chapter in human history.
Context #2 | Noun

pest control

The process of getting rid of pests or vermin, such as insects or rodents, usually in a targeted and systematic manner to prevent their proliferation.

Synonyms

elimination, eradication, exterminator

Examples of usage

  • The extermination of cockroaches in the kitchen required professional pest control services.
  • The extermination of termites saved the wooden structure of the house from further damage.
Context #3 | Noun

science fiction

A futuristic concept often depicted in science fiction literature or movies, involving the complete destruction of a species or civilization by advanced technology or alien forces.

Synonyms

annihilation, destruction, obliteration

Examples of usage

  • The movie portrayed the extermination of humanity by alien invaders.
  • The novel explored the ethical implications of weaponized technology leading to the extermination of entire planets.

Translations

Translations of the word "extermination" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น extermรญnio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคถ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ausrottung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pembasmian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฝะธั‰ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wytฤ™pienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ตถๆป… (ใœใคใ‚ใค)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท extermination

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ exterminio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yok etme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ทผ์ ˆ (geunjeol)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุจุงุฏุฉ (ibฤdah)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vyhlazenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vyhubenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ญ็ป (miรจjuรฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ iztrebljenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รบtrรฝming

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะพัŽ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒแƒ“แƒ’แƒฃแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™hv etmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ exterminio

Etymology

The word 'extermination' originated from the Latin word 'exterminare', which means 'to drive out' or 'to destroy utterly'. The concept of extermination has been prevalent throughout history, often associated with wars, genocides, and pest control. The term gained prominence during the Holocaust, referring to the systematic killing of millions of Jews by the Nazis. In modern usage, 'extermination' is often linked to the eradication of pests or the complete destruction of a species or civilization.

See also: exterminator.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,447, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.