How to Pronounce "annihilate"
word
əˈnaɪəˌɫeɪt
uh-NY-uh-layt
ɐnˈaɪəlˌeɪt
uh-NY-uhl-ayt
Definition
To destroy something completely so that nothing is left. It can also mean to defeat someone or something totally.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈnaɪəˌɫeɪt
British English
ɐnˈaɪəlˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-NY-uh-layt
UK
uh-NY-uhl-ayt
Listen in Context
The fire annihilated the old warehouse.
They planned to annihilate the invading forces.
The disease nearly annihilated the local population.
The new policy could annihilate small businesses if it passes.