Annihilate or Anihilate

“Annihilate” is correct; “anihilate” is missing one ‘n’.

anihilate

Incorrect spelling - “Anihilate” is a misspelling missing one ‘n’.

"anihilate" is a common misspelling of "annihilate". Always use "annihilate" when referring to the correct word.

annihilate

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Annihilate” means to destroy completely.

Definition of annihilate

"annihilate": “Annihilate” means to destroy completely.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for annihilate

  • destroy
  • eliminate

Usage Examples

"Correct:" The army annihilated the enemy.

"Correct:" Fire can annihilate forests.

"Correct:" The virus was annihilated.

"Correct:" They aim to annihilate threats.

"Incorrect:" They anihilate enemies.

"Incorrect:" Fire anihilated homes.

Notes:

  • Double ‘n’ and ‘h’.
  • Common spelling error.
  • Strong verb.
  • From Latin root.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is anihilate wrong?

A: Missing one ‘n’.

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Annihilate.

Summary

Use double ‘n’ in “annihilate.”