wreak
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- 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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| related words: |
inflict, work |
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The words
wreak and
reek (a strong smell) sound alike but have different meanings.