Cool MateMeaning of Destroyed
Completely ruined or caused to cease to exist.
In simple words: broken or ruined completely
Destroyed in a sentence
- The fire completely __________ the ancient library.
- Many homes were __________ by the hurricane last year.
- His plans were __________ by unexpected events.
How to use Destroyed
Used when something is completely ruined. Avoid using it for minor damage.
Grammar pattern
destroy + object
Memory hint
Think of 'destroy' as a 'de-stroy', like taking down a building.
Related words
Collocations with Destroyed
- destroyed building
- destroyed dreams
- destroyed evidence
Synonyms for Destroyed
- wrecked
- ruined
- annihilated
- devastated
- obliterated
Common mistakes with Destroyed
- Confusing with 'destroying' as a noun.
- Using it in a non-past tense context incorrectly.
- Mixing with 'damaged,' which implies less total loss.
Destroyed appears in
Destroyed in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مدمر
محطم أو مدمر بالكامل
- Bengaliবাংলা
ধ্বংসপ্রাপ্ত
পুরোপুরি ভেঙে গেছে বা নষ্ট হয়ে গেছে।
- GermanDeutsch
zerstört
komplett kaputt oder ruiniert
- SpanishEspañol
Destruido
roto o arruinado por completo
- Persianفارسی
ویران شده، نابود شده
کاملاً شکسته یا خراب شده.
- FrenchFrançais
Détruit
cassé ou ruiné complètement
- Hindiहिन्दी
नष्ट हुआ
पूरी तरह से टूटा हुआ या बर्बाद
- ItalianItaliano
Distrutto/a/i/e
Rotto o rovinato completamente.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Destruído
Quebrado ou arruinado por completo.
- RussianРусский
Разрушенный, уничтоженный
полностью сломанный или испорченный
- Urduاردو
تباہ شدہ، برباد شدہ
مکمل طور پر ٹوٹا ہوا یا برباد۔
- Chinese中文
Destroyed
broken or ruined completely
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Frequently asked questions about Destroyed
What does Destroyed mean?
broken or ruined completely
What is the definition of Destroyed?
Completely ruined or caused to cease to exist.
How do you use Destroyed in a sentence?
The fire completely __________ the ancient library.
Can you give another example of Destroyed?
Many homes were __________ by the hurricane last year.
What are synonyms for Destroyed?
Common alternatives include wrecked, ruined, annihilated, devastated, obliterated.
What is the opposite of Destroyed?
Opposite meanings include built, created, preserved.
What words go with Destroyed?
It commonly pairs with destroyed building, destroyed dreams, destroyed evidence.
What are common mistakes when using Destroyed?
Confusing with 'destroying' as a noun. Using it in a non-past tense context incorrectly. Mixing with 'damaged,' which implies less total loss.
How do you pronounce Destroyed?
US: //dɪˈstrɔɪərd//, UK: //dɪˈstrɔɪəd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Destroyed?
Used when something is completely ruined. Avoid using it for minor damage.