destroy
Pronunciation: /dɪˈstrɔɪ/
verb
- end the existence of (something) by damaging or attacking it: the room had been destroyed by fire
- ruin (someone) emotionally or spiritually: he has been determined to destroy her
- defeat (someone) utterly: Northants have the batting to destroy anyone
- kill (a sick, savage, or unwanted animal) by humane means: their terrier was destroyed after the attack
Origin:
Middle English: from Old French destruire, based on Latin destruere, from de- (expressing reversal) + struere 'build'