eradicated

USAGE SUMMARY

The word "eradicated" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referring to the complete and permanent elimination of something, such as a disease or an undesirable condition. For example: "Thanks to improved medical treatments, malaria has been almost eradicated in many parts of the world."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

The rubber devices, appropriately known as gap-fillers, are fixed to the sides of platforms near the doors and have apparently eradicated accidents during a year-long trial.

The Guardian

That culture of denial which let them down so badly must be eradicated".

The Guardian

The worries it and investors felt, should have been eradicated with a new record backlog and an assertion from the company that the margin degradation embedded within in it is small.

The Guardian - Business

Musicians had pretty much given up on racism ever being eradicated.

The Guardian - Music

While the numbers of cases dropped dramatically in December and early January, they have now plateaued and there are fears that the disease may not be totally eradicated.

The Guardian

A country or region is considered to have eradicated Ebola after 42 days – double the maximum incubation period for the virus.

The Guardian

But in truth, exactly how the virus was completely eradicated from his system remains a mystery.

The Guardian

Back in Tarsus, the home of Christianity's greatest missionary, the faith Paul once proclaimed has now been eradicated.

The Guardian - Opinion

They are computer nerds …" Arlidge was inclined to forgive Lewis for being one-sided: he "thinks flash trading is the next big crisis waiting to happen and must be eradicated".

The Guardian - Books

As he has for months in prospective campaign stops in the early voting states, and throughout his political career, the former mayor of Burlington, Vermont, on Wednesday assailed an economic system that he said has devolved over the past 40 years and eradicated the nation's middle class.

The Guardian

But for the belligerent Lois, its original sin can never be eradicated.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "eradicated" to emphasize a complete and permanent removal. For less absolute scenarios, consider "reduced" or "controlled".

Common error

Avoid using "eradicated" when something is only partially removed or controlled. Ensure the context justifies the implication of complete and permanent removal.

Linguistic Context

The word "eradicated" functions primarily as a past participle adjective, modifying nouns to describe something that has been completely eliminated. Ludwig confirms this usage across various contexts.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

45%

Formal & Business

30%

Science

25%

Less common in

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Reference

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The term "eradicated" signifies the complete and permanent removal of something, making it a powerful word to use when you want to emphasize the elimination of a problem, disease, or other undesirable condition. As confirmed by Ludwig, it is grammatically correct and very commonly used in various contexts, particularly in news, business, and scientific writing. While alternatives like "eliminated" or "extinguished" exist, "eradicated" carries a stronger sense of finality. Remember to use it judiciously, ensuring the context warrants the implication of complete removal. Avoid using "eradicated" if the subject is only partially dealt with, where "reduced" or "controlled" may be more appropriate.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

eliminated

Indicates a removal or getting rid of something, often something undesirable.

exterminated

Implies the complete destruction of something, especially living beings or pests.

extinguished

Suggests putting an end to something, like a fire or a feeling.

obliterated

Means to completely destroy or wipe out something so that no trace remains.

wiped out

Informal way to say something has been completely destroyed or removed.

uprooted

Suggests removing something from its place, often used metaphorically.

annihilated

Implies a complete and utter destruction, often with violent connotations.

decimated

Means to reduce something severely, often by a large percentage.

extirpated

Formal way to say something has been completely removed or destroyed from a region.

removed

A general term for taking something away.

FAQs

How can I use "eradicated" in a sentence?

Use "eradicated" to describe the complete and permanent removal of something, such as a disease or a problem. For example, "Polio has been nearly eradicated thanks to vaccination programs."

What can I say instead of "eradicated"?

You can use alternatives like "eliminated", "exterminated", or "wiped out" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "eradicated" or "partially eradicated"?

"Eradicated" implies complete removal. "Partially eradicated" is contradictory; consider using "significantly reduced" or "largely controlled" instead.

What's the difference between "eradicated" and "controlled"?

"Eradicated" means completely eliminated, while "controlled" implies that something is being managed or kept in check, but not necessarily removed entirely.