Demolition

Synonyms of demolition

• destruction
• dismantling
• razing

Antonyms of demolition

• building
• construction
• preservation

Collocations of demolition

building demolition

Frequency: 80 %

The building demolition was scheduled for next week.

controlled demolition

Frequency: 70 %

The controlled demolition of the old bridge went smoothly.

demolition site

Frequency: 60 %

The demolition site was cordoned off for safety reasons.

demolition crew

Frequency: 50 %

The demolition crew worked tirelessly to bring down the old building.

demolition project

Frequency: 45 %

The demolition project required careful planning and execution.

Idiomatic Expressions for demolition

• Phrase: knock down
  Meaning: to demolish or destroy a building or structure
  Usage: The hurricane knocked down several houses in the neighborhood.