genocide
/ˈdʒenəsaɪd/
CEFR level C1Topic HistoryWord #5865 in the learning path
种族灭绝
Definitions
n. Acts intended to destroy a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group.
种族灭绝
Example
We visited a memorial to the victims of genocide.
我们参观了一处种族灭绝遇难者纪念地。
Education about past acts of genocide can help societies recognise prejudice and strengthen their commitment to human rights.
有关历史上种族灭绝行为的教育，有助于社会识别偏见并加强对人权的维护。
Collocations
- commit genocide
- prevent genocide
- victims of genocide
Word family
- genocidal (adj.)
Usage tip
不泛指大规模杀戮，核心是蓄意毁灭特定群体。
FAQ
- What does genocide mean?
- Acts intended to destroy a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group.
- How is genocide pronounced?
- UK /ˈdʒenəsaɪd/, US /ˈdʒenəsaɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
