assassination

[əˌsæsɪˈneɪʃən]

assassination Definition

the act of killing someone, especially a public figure, deliberately and suddenly.

Using assassination: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "assassination" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The assassination of President Kennedy shocked the nation.

  • Example

    The prime minister survived an assassination attempt.

  • Example

    The terrorist group claimed responsibility for the assassination of the ambassador.

assassination Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for assassination

Phrases with assassination

  • the killing of a political leader or public figure for political reasons

    Example

    The country was plunged into chaos after the political assassination of the president.

  • a plan to kill a public figure or political leader

    Example

    The authorities uncovered an assassination plot against the prime minister.

  • a group of people who are trained and organized to carry out assassinations

    Example

    The dictator maintained an assassination squad to eliminate his political opponents.

Origins of assassination

from Latin 'assassinare', meaning 'to kill'

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Summary: assassination in Brief

'Assassination' [əˌsæsɪˈneɪʃən] refers to the deliberate and sudden killing of someone, especially a public figure. It is often associated with political motives, as in 'political assassination.' Other related phrases include 'assassination plot' and 'assassination squad.' Synonyms for 'assassination' include 'murder,' 'homicide,' and 'execution.'

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