assassinate

US /əˈsæs.ə.neɪt/
UK /əˈsæs.ə.neɪt/
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1.

刺杀, 暗杀

to murder (an important person) for political or religious reasons

:
The plot to assassinate the president was uncovered.
刺杀总统的阴谋被揭露了。
Many historical figures were assassinated due to their political views.
许多历史人物因其政治观点而遭到暗杀
2.

毁坏, 破坏

to damage or destroy something suddenly and severely

:
The bad review completely assassinated his reputation.
那篇差评彻底毁掉了他的声誉。
His careless remarks could assassinate his career.
他粗心的言论可能会毁掉他的职业生涯。