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assassinated

/æsɑːsɪˈneɪtɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does assassinated mean?

verb

To kill (a person) secretly, especially for political or financial gain. To kill someone in a surprise attack, often in a public place.

Example

"The politician was assassinated in broad daylight."

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