destruction

US /dɪˈstrʌkʃən/

UK /dɪ'strʌkʃn/

B1TOEIC
n.NounAct of destroying; damaging beyond repair
The destruction caused by wars between countries is difficult to repair
n.NounThe state of being destroyed or ruined.
The city lay in complete destruction after the earthquake.
n.NounSomething that causes ruin or devastation.
Gossip and lies can be the destruction of a person's reputation.
n.NounThe act of killing or causing the death of living things on a large scale.
The destruction of the enemy was their only goal.
n.NounThe state of being heavily damaged or ruined, especially as a result of military action or natural disaster.
The army caused widespread destruction during the war.

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