Legacy synonym data
Synonyms for “Obliterate” — 8 Other Ways to Say It
reduced to nothingness
Meaning of Obliterate
reduced to nothingness
8 Synonyms for Obliterate — Words Similar to Obliterate
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hide
/haɪd/To put something where it cannot be seen; to conceal.
Example: The dog hides its bone under the bed.
kill
/kɪl/To cause death; to end someone or something's life.
Example: The farmer had to kill the chicken for dinner.
obscure
/əbˈskjʊr/Not clear or easy to understand; unclear and ambiguous; also, not well-known or famous; dim and hard to see.
Example: The obscure reference in the poem, known only to scholars of Renaissance literature, haunted the protagonist throughout the narrative.
Frequently Asked Questions About Synonyms of Obliterate
What is another word for "obliterate"?
Common synonyms for "obliterate" include: obliterated, efface, veil, hide, kill.
What can I say instead of "obliterate"?
Try one of these alternatives: obliterated, efface, veil, hide, kill. Pick the synonym whose register and meaning fits your sentence — see the cards above for definitions and examples.
When should I use "obliterate" instead of "obliterated"?
Use "obliterate" when you want to keep the exact nuance shown in the meaning section above; switch to "obliterated" when you need a different register, level, or shade of meaning. Compare the cards above to decide.