1. destroys or tears down a building or structure completely
2. defeats someone or something completely and decisively
Usage: informal
3. proves that an argument, theory, or belief is completely wrong

Examples

• The city demolishes the old factory next month.
• The wrecking ball demolishes buildings in seconds.
• Our team demolishes every opponent this season.
• She demolishes her competition in the debate.
• The scientist demolishes the outdated theory with new evidence.
• His research demolishes common myths about nutrition.
• The hurricane demolishes houses along the coast.