Decimate and Zap

Decimate

Decimate verb - To bring to a complete end the physical soundness, existence, or usefulness of.
Usage example: the army's attack decimated the enemy's defenses beyond repair

Zap and decimate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Zap" instead a verb "Decimate".

Nearby Words: decimal, decimation, decimating

Zap

Zap verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.
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Decimate and zap are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Decimate" instead a verb "Zap".

Nearby Word: zapping
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