adverb
- in a manner that causes damage, harm, or ruin; in a way that destroys or tears down
Examples
- The hurricane acted destructively on the coastal communities.
- Criticism delivered destructively can harm a person's confidence.
- The invasive species spread destructively throughout the ecosystem.
- He argued destructively rather than offering solutions.
- The fire burned destructively through the forest.
- Negative self-talk can work destructively on mental health.