Synonyms of demolishing

Noun


1. razing, leveling, tearing down, demolishing, destruction, devastation

usage: complete destruction of a building

Verb


1. demolish, pulverize, pulverise, destroy, destruct

usage: destroy completely; "the wrecking ball demolished the building"; "demolish your enemies"; "pulverize the rebellion before it gets out of hand"

2. crush, smash, demolish, humiliate, mortify, chagrin, humble, abase

usage: humiliate or depress completely; "She was crushed by his refusal of her invitation"; "The death of her son smashed her"

3. demolish, destroy, get the better of, overcome, defeat

usage: defeat soundly; "The home team demolished the visitors"

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