Synonyms of demolition

demolition

noun

ˌde-mə-ˈli-shən 

as in destruction

the state or fact of being rendered nonexistent, physically unsound, or useless

several condemned buildings around the city are undergoing demolition as part of the revitalization program

Synonyms & Similar Words

• destruction
• devastation
• havoc
• extinction
• loss
• extermination
• annihilation
• obliteration
• demolishment
• decimation
• ruination
• wastage
• wreckage
• ruin
• collapse
• mincemeat
• desolation
• disintegration
• execution
• slaughter
• massacre
• depredation
• dissolution
• breakup
• assassination
• killing
• despoliation
• dismantlement
• despoilment
• eradication
• effacement

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• construction
• building
• erection
• raising
• saving
• rescue
• salvation
• salvage
• preservation
• conservation
• protection
• restoration
• reconstruction
• reclamation
• renovation
• remodeling
• refurbishment
• re-creation
• regeneracy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of demolition

The vote was a moment of triumph for community organizers and residents, particularly those whose neighborhoods border the interstate and were vulnerable to demolition. — Charlotte Observer, 20 Sep. 2026

Multiple steps are required before the actual building demolition permit goes through. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 20 Sep. 2026

Late Thursday, a judge ordered 30 days' notice before any demolition can begin. — Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2026

The Floridian Developer cited a letter of intent for the demolition of the Savoy Hotel sent to Miami Beach officials in April 2026. — Daniel Rivero, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026