adjective
- causing damage or harm; tending to destroy
Examples
- The hurricane was extremely destructive to coastal communities.
- His destructive behavior damaged many friendships.
- The wildfire left a destructive path through the forest.
- Criticism should be constructive, not destructive.
- The earthquake caused destructive damage to several buildings.
- Her destructive habits were affecting her health.
- The war had a destructive impact on the economy.