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Synonyms & Similar Words
devastating
harmful
damaging
destructive
calamitous
catastrophic
disastrous
deleterious
pernicious
malignant
baneful
noxious
injurious
hurtful
detrimental
damaging
calamitous
annihilative
eradictive
extirpative
ravaging
laid waste
desolating
ruining
spoiling
corrupting
contaminating
polluting
defiling
degrading
debasing
destructive
annihilative
exterminative
extirpative
Meaning of Destructive
The primary meaning of "Destructive" is causing damage or harm to something.
Definitions
- Causing damage or harm to something, especially in a deliberate way
- * Tending to reduce the strength or effectiveness of something
Etymology of Destructive
The word "Destructive" originates from the Latin words "destruo" meaning to destroy, and the suffix "-ive" which forms an adjective
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe actions or behaviors that cause harm or damage
Example Uses
- The destructive power of the hurricane was evident in the devastated landscape
- * His destructive behavior towards his relationships led to him being isolated from friends and family
- * The company's destructive business practices led to its downfall
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
constructive
beneficial
helpful
positive
uplifting
creative
building
forming
restoring
repairing
rebuilding
renovating
revitalizing
rejuvenating
constructive
advantageous
favorable
propitious
salutary
wholesome
beneficial
improving
ameliorating
enhancing