How Do You Spell ASSASSINATING?

Pronunciation: [ɐsˈasɪnˌe͡ɪtɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "Assassinating" is spelled with three syllables: /əˈsæsɪneɪtɪŋ/. The first syllable is pronounced as a schwa sound /ə/. The second syllable has the stress, and it starts with the "s" sound /s/. The third syllable has a long "i" sound /aɪ/ followed by the "n" sound /n/. Finally, the word ends with the "t" sound /t/ and the "ing" suffix /ɪŋ/. This word means to murder someone, especially a public figure, for political reasons.

ASSASSINATING Meaning and Definition

  1. Assassinating is a verb that refers to the act or process of deliberately and unlawfully killing an individual, typically a well-known or influential person, with a premeditated intention. It typically involves a secretive and planned approach to carry out the act, often driven by political, ideological, or personal motives.

    The act of assassinating typically implies the employment of a skilled individual, known as an assassin or a hitman, who is often hired to execute the killing. To assassinate someone is different from regular murder, as it usually involves motives beyond personal vendettas or private conflicts, and aims to impact a wider audience or provoke significant social or political consequences.

    The practice of assassinating notable individuals is not a recent phenomenon, as it has occurred throughout history, dating back to ancient times. Assassinations have been employed as a means to eliminate political rivals, suppress opposition, influence public opinion, or destabilize governments. The act often relies on stealth, subterfuge, or covert methods, such as poisonings, bombings, or sniping, to create confusion, minimize the risk of detection, or avoid retaliation.

    Assassinating is considered a serious crime in most jurisdictions, as it violates the victim's right to life and undermines stability, order, and justice. Due to its potential repercussions, it is often condemned as a morally reprehensible act that undermines the principles of democracy, human rights, and social harmony.

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Etymology of ASSASSINATING

The word "assassinating" is derived from the noun "assassin", which in turn originates from the Arabic term "hashshashin". The original meaning of "hashshashin" was "a person who uses hashish", as it was believed that the members of an Islamic sect called the Nizaris (also known as the Order of Assassins) used hashish before carrying out their political killings. Over time, the word "assassin" came to be used in various languages to refer to a person who murders for political or religious reasons. The verb form "assassinating" is the present participle of "assassinate", which means to murder (usually a prominent person) through a treacherous attack or plot.

Conjugate verb Assassinating

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT

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