assassinate
US /əˈsæs.ə.neɪt/
UK /əˈsæs.ə.neɪt/
1.
membunuh, membunuh secara rahsia
to murder (an important person) for political or religious reasons
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The plot to assassinate the president was uncovered.
Komplot untuk membunuh presiden telah terbongkar.
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Many historical figures were assassinated due to their political views.
Ramai tokoh sejarah dibunuh kerana pandangan politik mereka.
2.
memusnahkan, merosakkan
to damage or destroy something suddenly and severely
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The bad review completely assassinated his reputation.
Ulasan buruk itu benar-benar memusnahkan reputasinya.
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His careless remarks could assassinate his career.
Kenyataan cuainya boleh memusnahkan kerjayanya.