Genocide – The deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with aim of destroying that nation or group.

To remember the definition of the word genocide, use the following mnemonic:

The general had no one on his side (genocide) when he ordered the killing of everyone in the nation.

Examples of genocide in a sentence

The corrupt leader lead a campaign of genocide against them.

Discrimination in society can lead to genocide.

The refugees were escaping the mass genocide in their home country.