# demolition vs devolution

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### demolition
*noun · IPA /ˌdɛm.əˈlɪʃ.ən/ · frequency rank #12,574*
The process of demolishing or destroying buildings or other structures.

### devolution
*noun · IPA /diːvəˈluːʃən/ · frequency rank #26,752*
A rolling down.

## Source
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