The word "demolished" is spelled with an initial "d" sound followed by a long "e" vowel sound. The next two syllables, "mol" and "ish," are pronounced with a short "o" sound and a soft "sh" sound, respectively. The final syllable, "ed," is pronounced with a short "e" sound and a hard "d" sound. The IPA transcription for "demolished" is /dɪˈmɒlɪʃt/. This word refers to the act of completely destroying or tearing down a structure or object.
Demolished is an adjective used to describe something that has been completely destroyed or torn down, often intentionally or with force. It denotes the state or action of causing substantial damage or complete eradication of whatever is being referred to. Typically used in the context of buildings, structures, or objects, it implies that the subject has been reduced to ruins, rubble, or fragments, rendering it unfit for its original purpose. Demolished often conveys a sense of devastation, as it suggests the annihilation or removal of something that once existed. This term can also be applied metaphorically to describe the destruction or ruination of concepts, ideas, or plans, indicating that they have been dismantled or invalidated.
The act of demolishing is commonly associated with construction or urban development projects, where old or outdated structures are deliberately demolished to make space for new ones. It involves employing various techniques such as controlled explosions, wrecking balls, or dismantling piece by piece. Additionally, natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes can leave buildings demolished and in a state of utter disrepair. In either case, the term demolished signifies the complete and irreversible removal of the thing in question, leaving only remnants or memories of its past existence.
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The word "demolished" comes from the Old French word "démolir", which can be traced back to the Latin word "dēmōlīrī". The Latin term consists of two components: "dē", meaning "down", and "mōlīrī", meaning "to build". So, "dēmōlīrī" literally means "to pull down or tear down". Over time, the word evolved to its current form in English, with a similar meaning of destroying or completely taking apart something.