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.
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The prime minister survived an assassination attempt.
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The terrorist group claimed responsibility for the assassination of the ambassador.
assassination Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for assassination
- homicide
- murder
- execution
- slaying
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
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The dictator maintained an assassination squad to eliminate his political opponents.
Origins of assassination
from Latin 'assassinare', meaning 'to kill'
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.'
