Destroy Definition & Meaning
destroy
- verb
- do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of; "The fire destroyed the house"
- destroy completely; damage irreparably; "You have ruined my car by pouring sugar in the tank!"; "The tears ruined her make-up"
- defeat soundly; "The home team demolished the visitors"
- put (an animal) to death; "The customs agents destroyed the dog that was found to be rabid"; "the sick cat had to be put down"
"Destroy" in song lyrics
See how destroy is used in real songs:
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"Live at the Savoy we can build and destroy"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — God Twist -
"They create, while others destroy"
3rd Bass — Derelicts of Dialect -
"Giving jobs to the umeployed, seek and destroy"
9th Prince — Prince of the Empire State
Words that rhyme with destroy
Usage tips for "destroy"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "destroy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for destroy to find words that pair well.