pulverize

[ˈpʌlvəraɪz]

pulverize Definition

• 1. reduce to fine particles
• 2. destroy completely
• 3. defeat utterly

Using pulverize: Examples

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

• Example

  The machine pulverizes the rocks into small stones.

• Example

  The building was pulverized by the earthquake.

• Example

  The team was pulverized by their opponents in the championship game.

pulverize Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pulverize

• crush
• grind
• smash
• demolish
• annihilate

Antonyms for pulverize

• assemble
• construct
• create

Phrases with pulverize

• pulverize into dust

  reduce something to a very fine powder or dust

  Example

  The old books were pulverized into dust.

• pulverize opposition

  defeat an opponent completely and decisively

  Example

  The team pulverized their opposition with a score of 10-0.

• pulverize food

  chop or grind food into very small pieces

  Example

  The blender can pulverize fruits and vegetables into a smoothie.

Origins of pulverize

from Latin 'pulverem', meaning 'dust'

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Summary: pulverize in Brief

The verb 'pulverize' [ˈpʌlvəraɪz] means to reduce something to fine particles, destroy it completely, or defeat it utterly. It is often used in contexts such as crushing rocks, demolishing buildings, or defeating opponents, as in 'The team was pulverized by their opponents in the championship game.' 'Pulverize' can also be used in phrases like 'pulverize into dust,' 'pulverize opposition,' and 'pulverize food.'