Massacre

/ˈmæs.ə.kər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The brutal and indiscriminate killing of a large number of people.

The massacre at the village shocked the entire nation.

A violent killing of a large number of individuals, especially during a conflict or war.

Historical accounts describe the massacre of innocent civilians during the siege.

A turning point in a conflict characterized by severe and widespread violence leading to many deaths.

The massacre was a catalyst that sparked international outrage.

verb

To kill a large number of people in a brutal or indiscriminate manner.

The regime plans to massacre anyone who opposes its rule.

To defeat someone or something overwhelmingly.

Our team massacred the opponents in the final match, scoring seven goals to none.

From Middle French 'massacre', of uncertain origin.

massacre of innocence

A phrase indicating the destruction of purity or innocence on a large scale.

massacre site

A location where a massacre has taken place.

massacre mentality

A mindset that condones extreme violence against a group.

slaughter

The killing of animals for food or an act of great violence.

carnage

The killing of a large number of people; great destruction of life.

To utterly defeat someone or something, often used in a competitive context.

They massacred the opposition in the final match.

To perform poorly or to mess something up badly.

He totally massacred that song during the karaoke night.