破壊的

hakaiteki

destructive

この政策は社会に破壊的な影響を与えるだろう。

This policy will likely have a destructive impact on society.

formal

Causing great damage or ruin; tending to destroy.

破壊的な地震が町を襲った。

A destructive earthquake struck the town.

その会社の破壊的な競争戦略が業界を混乱させた。

The company's destructive competitive strategy disrupted the industry.

Often used in contexts involving physical, social, or economic damage.

Collocations

破壊的な力destructive power破壊的な影響destructive impact破壊的な競争destructive competition

Synonyms

壊滅的破滅的有害な

Antonyms

建設的有益な

Pro Tip

Avoid overuse

While '破壊的' is useful, it can sound overly dramatic if used for minor issues. Reserve it for significant damage or ruin.

Word Origin

From 破壊 (hakai, 'destruction') + 的 (-teki, adjectival suffix indicating 'of the nature of'). 破壊 itself comes from 破 (ha, 'to break') + 壊 (kai, 'to destroy').

Usage Notes

Commonly used in formal or academic writing. Avoid using in casual conversation unless quoting or referencing formal contexts.

Word Breakdown

破壊

destruction

root

的

adjectival suffix (of the nature of)

suffix

和英辞典

破壊的