Pronunciation: /sɛlf.dɪˈstrʌktɪv/
adjective describing a behavior or tendency that causes harm or damage to oneself
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.
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.
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