destructive tendencies
/dɪˈstrʌktɪv ˈtɛndənsiziz/ · des·truc·tive ten·den·siz
noun
- A pattern of behavior or inclination towards causing harm or damage. The company's destructive tendencies led to a series of costly lawsuits and public relations disasters.
- A set of characteristics or traits that contribute to a person's or organization's capacity for causing harm or damage. The research highlighted the destructive tendencies of social media platforms and their impact on mental health.
Synonyms
harmful behaviordetrimental tendenciesself-destructive patternsdestructive impulsesmalevolent inclinationsharmful inclinationsdamaging behavior
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of destructive tendencies has been explored in various fields, including psychology, sociology, and philosophy, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing these patterns in individuals and organizations.