This is the 2517th most frequent Portuguese word.
destruição
"Destruição" means "destruction" in English.
The noun 'destruição' is used to signify the result or consequence of an event that leads to material or physical ruin or impairment.
A destruição causada pelo desastre natural foi devastadora.
The destruction caused by the natural disaster was devastating.
Here, 'destruição' metaphorically refers to the breaking down or undermining of emotional or psychological constructs, like confidence.
Sua crítica destrutiva levou à destruição da confiança dele.
His destructive criticism led to the destruction of his confidence.
In this context, 'destruição' refers to the deliberate act of disassembling or annihilating physical objects, specifically for concealment purposes.