C1nounformal10K+

UK/["/ˈdʒenəsaɪd/"]/US/["/ˈdʒenəsaɪd/"]/

Meaning of Genocide

In simple words: The planned killing of a large group of people based on their race, religion, or nationality.

Genocide in a sentence

How to use Genocide

Use in serious discussions about human rights, history, or law. Avoid casual contexts; it is a very sensitive topic.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'genocide' as 'gene' + 'side' – a targeted attack on a specific group of people.

Related words

Collocations with Genocide

Synonyms for Genocide

  • mass murder
  • ethnic cleansing
  • holocaust
  • slaughter
  • extermination

Opposites of Genocide

Common mistakes with Genocide

  • Confused with 'ethnic cleansing', which is related but not the same.
  • Using the term casually or humorously, which can be offensive.
  • Misunderstanding its historical context and significance.

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Frequently asked questions about Genocide

What does Genocide mean?

The planned killing of a large group of people based on their race, religion, or nationality.

What is the definition of Genocide?

the murder of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group, with the aim of destroying that nation or group

How do you use Genocide in a sentence?

Refugees gave accounts of the mass genocide.

Can you give another example of Genocide?

genocide against ethnic minorities

What are synonyms for Genocide?

Common alternatives include mass murder, ethnic cleansing, holocaust, slaughter, extermination.

What is the opposite of Genocide?

Opposite meanings include peace, reconciliation, coexistence, harmony.

What words go with Genocide?

It commonly pairs with mass, cultural, genocide against.

What are common mistakes when using Genocide?

Confused with 'ethnic cleansing', which is related but not the same. Using the term casually or humorously, which can be offensive. Misunderstanding its historical context and significance.

How do you pronounce Genocide?

US: /["/ˈdʒenəsaɪd/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdʒenəsaɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Genocide formal or informal?

"Genocide" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Genocide?

Use in serious discussions about human rights, history, or law. Avoid casual contexts; it is a very sensitive topic.

What CEFR level is Genocide?

"Genocide" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.