destroyable
/dis'trɔiəbl/ Cách viết khác : (destructible) /dis'trʌktəbl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Capable of being destroyed: The word "destroyable" describes something that can be destroyed, ruined, or brought to an end. It indicates susceptibility to destruction.
Usage
- The adjective "destroyable" is used to describe objects, structures, or concepts that are not permanent and can be damaged, ruined, or completely eliminated.
- It is often used in technical, military, or general descriptive contexts.
- It typically follows a linking verb like "is" or "are" or comes before a noun it modifies.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The old wooden bridge is easily destroyable in a strong storm.
- We need to identify which files are destroyable after the audit.
- The treaty contained clauses about destroyable weapons.
Advanced Usage
- "Easily destroyable": Emphasizes how little force or effort is required to cause destruction.
- The sandcastle was easily destroyable by the incoming tide.
- "Theoretically destroyable": Used in academic or hypothetical discussions to state that something can be destroyed in principle.
- While durable, the material is theoretically destroyable under extreme pressure.
Variants and Related Words
- Destructible (adj): A more common synonym meaning capable of being destroyed.
- The building was made of destructible materials.
- Indestructible (adj): The direct antonym, meaning not capable of being destroyed.
- The diamond seemed almost indestructible.
- Destroy (v): The root verb meaning to damage something so severely that it no longer exists or functions.
- The fire could destroy the entire forest.
Synonyms
- Destructible: Capable of being destroyed.
- Perishable: Likely to decay or go bad quickly (often used for food, but can imply general fragility).
- Fragile: Easily broken or damaged.
Antonyms
- Indestructible: Incapable of being destroyed.
- Permanent: Lasting or intended to last indefinitely without change.
- Durable: Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage.