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Self-destruction (Noun)

Meaning 1

The act of destroying yourself; "his insistence was pure self-destruction".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • His stubborn refusal to listen to advice led to his ultimate self-destruction in the business world.
  • She was on a path of self-destruction with her abusive relationships and reckless behavior.
  • The addict's downward spiral was a classic case of self-destruction fueled by his addiction.
  • His self-destruction was evident in the way he sabotaged his own relationships and career opportunities.
  • Her eating disorder was a form of self-destruction that she struggled to overcome with therapy and support.

Hypernyms

  • Devastation

Related Words

  • Self-destroy (verb)
  • Self-destruct (verb)

Meaning 2

The act of killing yourself; "it is a crime to commit suicide".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Suicide
  • Self-annihilation

Hypernyms

  • Putting To Death
  • Killing

Hyponyms

  • Suttee
  • Harikari
  • Harakiri
  • Felo-de-se
  • Assisted Suicide
  • Seppuku

Related Words

  • Self-destroy (verb)
  • Self-destruct (verb)
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