What is another word for tears down?

Pronunciation: [tˈi͡əz dˈa͡ʊn] (IPA)

Tears down is a phrase used to describe the act of destroying, demolishing, or dismantling something. There are several synonyms for the phrase which include wrecking, smashing, shattering, breaking, felling, leveling, blasting, hacking, and dismantling. These words can be used interchangeably in the context of destruction or demolition of a physical structure or even a social construct. For instance, one can say that the hurricane tears down houses and uproots trees. Similarly, one can say that prejudice tears down the fabric of a society. These synonyms are useful in adding variety and depth to one's language while conveying the same basic meaning.

What are the hypernyms for Tears down?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Tears down

  • Racism tears down your insides so that no matter what you achieve, you're not quite up to snuff.
    Alvin Ailey
  • He who tears down the cross, what is there left to lift him to heaven? The church claiming to be a Christian church is false to the title, if she make the cross of Christ of none effect.
    Herrick Johnson
  • But, O sad Virgin, that thy power Might raise Musaeus from his bower, Or bid the soul of Orpheus sing Such notes as warbled to the string, Drew Iron tears down Pluto’s cheek, And made Hell grant what Love did seek.
    John Milton

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