☠️assassination

noun
/əˌsæsɪˈneɪʃən/

Meaning

The act of killing someone important, often for political or ideological reasons.

Example Sentences

The assassination of the president shocked the nation.

Synonyms

murder, killing, execution, slaying

Antonyms

protection, rescue, preservation

Collocations

political assassination, assassination attempt, assassination plot

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