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destructive

[/dɪˈstrʌktɪv/]
adjective
destrutivo
1. causing or able to cause great damage or harm
The destructive power of the hurricane was devastating.
O poder destrutivo do furacão foi devastador.
2. tending to destroy or ruin something, especially in a harmful or negative way
Destructive criticism can harm a person's confidence.
A crítica destrutiva pode prejudicar a confiança de uma pessoa.
3. involving the breaking down or decomposition of substances
Destructive distillation is used in industrial processes.
A destilação destrutiva é usada em processos industriais.
Synonyms
damagingharmfulruinousdevastatinginjuriousdeleterious
Antonyms
constructivebeneficialhelpfulcreativerestorative

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
destrutivo
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
destrutivo
No regional variation
São Paulo
destrutivo
No regional variation
Portugal
destrutivo
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

destructive behavior
destructive power
destructive criticism
destructive force
destructive impact
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