assassinated

(verb) murder; especially of socially prominent persons. Synonyms: assassinate. Example: "Anwar sadat was assassinated because many people did not like his peace politics with israel."

(verb) destroy or damage seriously, as of someone's reputation. Synonyms: assassinate. Example: "He assassinated his enemy's character."

(adj) murdered by surprise attack for political reasons. Example: "The 20th century has seen too many assassinated leaders."