Self-Destructive

Pronunciation: /sɛlf.dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Definitions of self-destructive

adjective describing a behavior or tendency that causes harm or damage to oneself

Example Sentences

A1 Smoking cigarettes is self-destructive.

A2 Skipping meals can be self-destructive for your health.

B1 Her constant need for approval from others is self-destructive to her self-esteem.

B2 The character's self-destructive behavior led to their downfall in the movie.

C1 Engaging in risky behaviors such as drug abuse is often self-destructive.

C2 The CEO's self-destructive decisions ultimately led to the company's bankruptcy.

Examples of self-destructive in a Sentence

formal Her self-destructive behavior is causing concern among her family and friends.

informal He needs to stop his self-destructive habits before it's too late.

slang She's been on a real self-destructive streak lately.

figurative His self-destructive tendencies are like a ticking time bomb waiting to explode.

Grammatical Forms of self-destructive

• past tense: self-destructed
• plural: self-destructive behaviors
• comparative: more self-destructive
• superlative: most self-destructive
• present tense: self-destructs
• future tense: will self-destruct
• perfect tense: has self-destructed
• continuous tense: is self-destructing
• singular: self-destructive
• positive degree: self-destructive
• infinitive: to self-destruct
• gerund: self-destructing
• participle: self-destructed

Origin and Evolution of self-destructive

First Known Use: 1867 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'self-destructive' originated from the combination of the prefix 'self-' meaning one's own or by oneself, and the adjective 'destructive' meaning causing harm or damage.

Evolution of the word: The term 'self-destructive' has evolved to encompass a broader range of behaviors and actions that are harmful to oneself, including self-sabotage, self-harm, and self-defeating patterns of behavior.