Pollute : contaminate (water, the air, etc.) with harmful or poisonous substances. Sabotage : deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage. Shout : (of a person) utter a loud cry, typically as an expression of a strong emotion. Succeed : achieve the desired aim or result. Scuttle : sink (one's own ship) deliberately by holing it or opening its seacocks to let water in.