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wreak

wreak

 
 
pronunciation:
rik
features:
Word Combinations (verb), Homophone Note
part of speech: verb
inflections: wreaks, wreaking, wreaked
definition: to carry out or cause.
The flood wreaked destruction on the houses by the river.
similar words:
inflict
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Homophone Note
The words wreak and reek (a strong smell) sound alike but have different meanings.