Synonyms for Elimination

Definition of elimination

noun
  1. the act of removing or getting rid of something
  2. the bodily process of discharging waste matter
  3. analysis of a problem into alternative possibilities followed by the systematic rejection of unacceptable alternatives

6 synonyms found

Writing tips for "elimination"

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"Elimination" in song lyrics

See how elimination is used in real songs:

  • "Shut down all contacts in competition annihilation, next stage elimination"
    Analog Brothers — Analog Anilalator vrs. Silver Surfer
  • "Live in the trees of elimination"
    Blackalicious — Sky is Falling
  • "Is through elimination!"
    BO$$ — Progress of Elimination

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