Definition and Synonyms for Assassinate

Definition of Assassinate

assassin
Noun
derivation
1
1. a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed
assassinator
Noun
derivation
1
1. a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed
assassination
Noun
derivation
2
1. an attack intended to ruin someone's reputation
2. murder of a public figure by surprise attack

Words Rhyme with assassinate

Etymology for assassinate