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Meaning of eliminating
The primary meaning of the word "eliminating" is the act of removing or getting rid of something.
Etymology of eliminating
The word "eliminating" comes from the verb "eliminate", which is derived from the Latin words "e" (out) and "limen" (threshold), and the suffix "-ate" (to make or cause to be)
Historically, the word "eliminate" was first used in the 15th century to describe the act of removing or expelling someone or something from a place or position
Synonyms
removing
eradicating
abolishing
annihilating
destroying
extinguishing
canceling
nullifying
omitting
excising
cutting
slashing
reducing
decreasing
deducting
subtracting
dismissing
terminating
ending
ceasing
halting
stopping
suspending
withdrawing
retracting
retracting
abolishing
eradication
deletion
expulsion
Definitions
- The act of removing or getting rid of something, especially something unwanted or unnecessary
- * The process of removing a competitor or opponent from a competition or contest
- * The removal of a possibility or option from consideration
Usage Examples
- The company is eliminating jobs due to financial difficulties
- * The new policy aims at eliminating poverty in the region
- * The athlete was eliminating her competitors one by one in the tournament
Antonyms
adding
introducing
incorporating
increasing
expanding
augmenting
enhancing
improving
strengthening
boosting
promoting
supporting
retaining
keeping
preserving
maintaining
restoring
reviving
reinstating
renewing