What is the meaning of assassinate?

verb

  • Murder; especially of socially prominent persons.
    • usage: "Anwar Sadat was assassinated because many people did not like his peace politics with Israel"
  • Destroy or damage seriously, as of someone's reputation.
    • usage: "He assassinated his enemy's character"
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