B2noun 3K

Destruction

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈstrʌkʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈstrʌkʃn/"]/

Meaning of Destruction

the act of destroying something; the process of being destroyed

In simple words: the act of damaging or destroying something completely

Destruction in a sentence

• The destruction caused by the hurricane was devastating to the coastal town.
• War often leads to widespread destruction of cities and infrastructure.
• The demolition team carried out the destruction of the old factory safely.
• Environmental destruction is a major concern for conservationists worldwide.
• The film depicted the destruction of an ancient civilization by natural disasters.

How to use Destruction

Use 'destruction' in both formal and neutral contexts. It's appropriate when discussing significant damage, such as in natural disasters or warfare, but less so in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

destruction + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 'destruction' as 'de-stress' - when something gets totally torn apart, it might stress you out!

Related words

Collocations with Destruction

• complete
• total
• utter
• bring (about)
• cause
• lead to
• leave a trail of destruction
• the seeds of destruction
• test something to destruction

Synonyms for Destruction

• ruin
• devastation
• annihilation
• demolition
• wreckage

Opposites of Destruction

• construction
• creation
• building

Common mistakes with Destruction

• Confusing 'destruction' with 'construction'
• Using 'destruction' where a more casual term like 'damage' would fit better
• Misunderstanding the noun form and using it as a verb

Frequently asked questions about Destruction

What does Destruction mean?

the act of damaging or destroying something completely

What is the definition of Destruction?

the act of destroying something; the process of being destroyed

How do you use Destruction in a sentence?

The destruction caused by the hurricane was devastating to the coastal town.

Can you give another example of Destruction?

War often leads to widespread destruction of cities and infrastructure.

What are synonyms for Destruction?

Common alternatives include ruin, devastation, annihilation, demolition, wreckage.

What is the opposite of Destruction?

Opposite meanings include construction, creation, building.

What words go with Destruction?

It commonly pairs with complete, total, utter, bring (about), cause, lead to, leave a trail of destruction, the seeds of destruction, test something to destruction.

What are common mistakes when using Destruction?

Confusing 'destruction' with 'construction' Using 'destruction' where a more casual term like 'damage' would fit better Misunderstanding the noun form and using it as a verb

How do you pronounce Destruction?

US: /["/dɪˈstrʌkʃn/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈstrʌkʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Destruction?

Use 'destruction' in both formal and neutral contexts. It's appropriate when discussing significant damage, such as in natural disasters or warfare, but less so in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Destruction?

"Destruction" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.