Autodestrucción (en. Self destruction)

/auto-des-truk-sjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The act of destroying oneself, either physically or psychologically.
Self-destruction can be a sign of depression.
La autodestrucción puede ser un signo de depresión.
Trends or behaviors that lead to one’s own ruin.
His self-destruction was evident in his poor decisions.
Su autodestrucción se evidenció en sus malas decisiones.
Lack of self-care that leads to negative consequences.
Self-destruction can manifest in addictions.
La autodestrucción puede manifestarse en adicciones.

Etymology

From the Greek 'auto', meaning 'self', and 'destruction', from the Latin 'destructio'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the dark side of self-destruction
Referring to the negative aspects that lead to self-destruction.
lado oscuro de la autodestrucción
self-destruction circuit
A phenomenon where self-destructive behaviors are perpetuated.
circuito de autodestrucción

Related Words

autoaggression
Behaviors that involve harming oneself.
autoagresión
destruction
The act of destroying or ruining something.
destrucción

Slang Meanings

Getting oneself into trouble.
Every time he goes out, he engages in self-destruction.
Cada vez que sale, se dedica a la autodestrucción.
Making decisions that harm personal well-being.
He is in a cycle of self-destruction with his lifestyle.
Está en un ciclo de autodestrucción con su estilo de vida.