How to Pronounce "annihilated"
word
əˈnaɪəˌɫeɪtɪd
uh-NY-uh-lay-tid
ɐnˈaɪəlˌeɪtɪd
un-NY-ul-ay-tid
Definition
Completely destroyed or wiped out so that nothing remains. Often used for total destruction in war, disasters, or competitions.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈnaɪəˌɫeɪtɪd
British English
ɐnˈaɪəlˌeɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-NY-uh-lay-tid
UK
un-NY-ul-ay-tid
Listen in Context
The city was annihilated by the powerful earthquake.
His hopes were annihilated after the loss.
The army was annihilated in the battle.
We totally annihilated their team in last night’s game.