eradication
Eradication (noun) means the complete removal or destruction of something, especially a disease or social problem. Example: “The organization is committed to the eradication of malaria.”
How to use eradication
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe total wiping-out of something, especially a disease.
Word forms
eradications plural
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The organization is committed to the _____ of malaria.
Etymology
From Latin eradicatio, "an uprooting," from eradicare ("to root out").
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Frequently asked questions
What does “eradication” mean?
The word “eradication” means the complete removal or destruction of something, especially a disease or social problem. In plain terms, the total wiping-out of something, especially a disease.
How do you use “eradication” in a sentence?
Here is “eradication” used in a sentence: “The organization is committed to the eradication of malaria.”
What is the opposite of “eradication”?
The opposite of “eradication” — its antonyms — is radication.
What part of speech is “eradication”?
“Eradication” is a noun.
Where does the word “eradication” come from?
The word “eradication” comes from Latin. From Latin eradicatio, "an uprooting," from eradicare ("to root out").
Is “eradication” a common word?
“Eradication” is an uncommon word in modern English.