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destructively | destructive |

Destructively is a related term of destructive.


As a adverb destructively

is in a destructive manner: in a way that causes destruction.

As a adjective destructive is

causing destruction; damaging.

destructively

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • in a destructive manner: in a way that causes destruction
  • Antonyms

    * constructively

    destructive

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Causing destruction; damaging.
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  • Causing breakdown or disassembly.
  • Catabolism is a destructive metabolism which involves the break down of molecules and release of energy.

    Synonyms

    * calamitous * catastrophic * devastating * disastrous * eradicative * harmful * pernicious * ruinous * wrackful * wreckful

    Antonyms

    * constructive * nondestructive * productive