destructive

//dɪˈstrʌktɪv//
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Adjective

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1

Causing great damage or harm; tending to destroy or ruin.

The destructive storm caused widespread damage to the coastal town.

2

Negative and unhelpful; intended to criticize without offering improvement.

His destructive criticism only discouraged the team without offering any solutions.