Synonyms of demolitions

demolitions

noun

plural of demolition

as in destructions

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

• destructions
• devastations
• extinctions
• exterminations
• losses
• ruins
• annihilations
• obliterations
• wreckages
• havoc
• decimations
• wastages
• demolishments
• collapses
• desolations
• massacres
• mincemeats
• ruinations
• disintegrations
• assassinations
• depredations
• killings
• executions
• slaughters
• breakups
• dissolutions
• despoliations
• dismantlements
• eradications
• despoilments
• effacements

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• buildings
• constructions
• erections
• savings
• rescues
• salvations
• salvages
• preservations
• protections
• conservations
• renovations
• restorations
• reconstructions
• reclamations
• refurbishments
• re-creations
• regeneracies

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of demolitions

His anger at Hezbollah is matched by his sympathy for his civilian Shia Muslim neighbors, who have borne the brunt of Israel’s bombing and demolitions in the south. — Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026

Miami Beach today may be filled with newcomers, cranes and construction, deals and demolitions. — Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026

The problem is that Chicago lost almost 12% of the rental units in those buildings between 2012 and 2023 due to deconversions to single-family homes, demolitions and other factors, while larger buildings account for most of the unit growth. — Adam Drakulic, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026

Somebody could also theoretically nominate Crown Center for local historic status, which could allow the Historic Preservation Commission to delay demolitions for up to three years. — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 7 Aug. 2026

McMahon said seven office buildings are planned for redevelopment with the potential to create more than 750 residential units, with some demolitions likely. — Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026

The measure would suspend Historic Preservation Board review across the Downtown Historic District for three years, routing decisions — including demolitions — around the board entirely. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2026

There are strict rules in California around the purchasing of dynamite, which is generally restricted to licensed professionals working in mining and quarry operations, building demolitions, tunneling projects and specialized industrial activities. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026

Purchasing dynamite in California is usually restricted to licensed professionals working in industries that may require its use, such as mining, building demolitions and quarry operations, according to the Los Angeles Times. — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026