Slay (verb)

1. To kill someone or something, usually in a violent manner.
2. To defeat or overcome someone or something easily or overwhelmingly.
3. To impress or captivate someone greatly.

Origin:

From the old english word "sleán" meaning "to kill".

Examples:

1. The dragon was slayed by the knight.
2. The singer slayed the audience with her powerful performance.
3. The boxer slayed his opponent in the ring.
4. The band slayed the crowd with their energetic performance.
5. The comedian slayed the audience with his jokes.