Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
destruction
noun
/dɪˈstrʌkʃən/
Definition
The act of causing extensive damage or ruin.
Examples
- The earthquake resulted in widespread destruction across the city.
- Environmental destruction is a significant concern for conservationists.
- The fire caused complete destruction of the building.
Meaning
Destruction refers to the process of damaging something to a point where it can no longer exist or be used.
Synonyms
- devastation
- ruin
- annihilation
- wreckage
- obliteration
