This is the 16151st most frequent Russian word.
разрушают
"Destroy" or "are destroying."
In this sentence, 'разрушают' is used to indicate the physical destruction of structures.
Они разрушают старые здания.
They are demolishing old buildings.
Here, 'разрушают' conveys a metaphorical meaning of causing harm to a person's reputational integrity.
Эти слухи разрушают его репутацию.
These rumors are ruining his reputation.
In this context, 'разрушают' illustrates an abstract concept of disrupting mental tranquility.