How to Pronounce Decimated

To pronounce "decimated", say DEC-im-at-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

DEC-im-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “decimated”

"decimated" has 4 syllables: dec-im-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does decimated mean?

verb

To kill one-tenth of a group, (specifically) as a military punishment in the Roman army selected by lot, usually carried out by the surviving soldiers.
To destroy or remove one-tenth of anything.

Synonyms

decimalize tithe devastate

Words that rhyme with decimated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elated exasperated agitated infatuated aggravated inundated irritated sophisticated antiquated reiterated incapacitated captivated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decimated"?▾

"Decimated" has 4 syllables: dec · im · at · ed.

What does "decimated" mean?▾

Decimated: To kill one-tenth of a group, (specifically) as a military punishment in the Roman army selected by lot, usually carried out by the surviving soldiers.

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