annihilatory

/əˈnaɪələˌtɔri/
adjective
  1. Causing complete destruction or defeat.
    • The army launched an annihilatory attack on the enemy base.
    • The company faced annihilatory competition from the new tech startup.
    • The hurricane had an annihilatory effect on the small coastal town.
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