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ANNIHILATIVE

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction

Example:

the guns opened a withering fire

Synonyms:

annihilating; annihilative; devastating; withering

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Adjectives

Similar:

destructive (causing destruction or much damage)

Derivation:

annihilate (kill in large numbers)

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