eliminated Definition
- 1completely remove or get rid of (something)
- 2defeat or expel (someone) from a competition, especially a sporting one
Using eliminated: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "eliminated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The virus has been eliminated from the population.
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She was eliminated from the competition in the first round.
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The company is planning to eliminate several jobs.
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The team was eliminated from the playoffs.
eliminated Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for eliminated
- remove
- eradicate
- annihilate
- obliterate
- exterminate
Phrases with eliminated
a round of a competition in which a number of competitors are eliminated until only a few remain
Example
The elimination round of the tournament will be held next week.
a diet that involves removing certain foods from one's diet to identify food allergies or intolerances
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She went on an elimination diet to figure out what was causing her digestive issues.
a game in which a team is eliminated from the playoffs if they lose
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The elimination game between the two teams was intense.
Summary: eliminated in Brief
To 'eliminate' [ɪˈlɪmɪneɪtɪd] means to completely remove or get rid of something, or to defeat or expel someone from a competition. Examples include 'The virus has been eliminated from the population.' and 'She was eliminated from the competition in the first round.' Phrases like 'elimination round' and 'elimination diet' extend the term's usage.
