eradication
Translation
eradication, elimination
Examples
The eradication of the disease is our main goal.
The eradication of the disease is our main goal.
Grammar Patterns
the eradication of ((sth.)) to completely destroy (sth.) The eradication of poverty is a global challenge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: elimination, annihilation, extinction
Etymology
From Latin 'e-' (out) + 'radix' (root), literally meaning 'to pull out by the roots'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'e-' (out) + 'radic' (root) as pulling a weed out completely by its roots.