kills off

The phrase “kills off” has 2 syllables: kills off.

It's pronounced as /kɪlz ɔf/.


What is synonym and antonym for kills off?

In the thesaurus, “kills off” has 16 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for kills off along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for kills off

  • annihilates
  • blots out
  • bumps off
  • cuts down
  • decimates
  • finishes
  • knocks off
  • massacres
  • mows
  • murders
  • puts away
  • rubs out
  • slaughters
  • smites
  • takes out
  • wastes

Antonyms for kills off

  • animates
  • raises
  • restores
  • revives

Example Sentences

  • The harsh winter kills off most of the weaker plants in the garden.
  • The company often kills off old software features to make room for new ones.
  • That twist in the movie kills off the main character unexpectedly.
  • Pollution kills off marine life in contaminated areas.
  • Regular maintenance prevents rust, which kills off the lifespan of machines.

On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to kills off, such as: animates, annihilates, blots out, bumps off, cuts down, decimates, finishes.

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