genocide

Definition of "genocide"
  1. Actions purposefully taken to completely or mostly eliminate a group of people based on their nationality, ethnicity, race, or religion
How to use "genocide" in a sentence
  1. The war tribunal investigated the leader for his role in instigating genocide.
  2. In order to prosecute for genocide, there must be clear evidence of intent to destroy a particular population group.
  3. Human rights organizations work tirelessly to prevent instances of genocide.

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