Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
soul-destroying
adjective
/ˈsoʊl dɪˈstrɔɪɪŋ/
Definition
Causing intense emotional pain or a loss of spirit or enthusiasm.
Examples
- Many people find routine office jobs to be soul-destroying because they lack creativity and personal fulfillment.
- The constant criticism from his peers was soul-destroying and affected his confidence.
Meaning
Something that is soul-destroying impacts a person’s emotional well-being to the point where it can feel overwhelmingly negative or depressing.
Synonyms
- depressing
- demoralizing
- draining
- dismal
- discouraging
