Destroy vs. Destruction

What's the Difference?

Destroy and destruction are closely related terms that both involve the act of causing damage or harm to something. However, destroy is a verb that specifically refers to the action of ruining or demolishing something, while destruction is a noun that describes the result or aftermath of that action. In other words, destroy is the act of causing destruction. Both words convey a sense of finality and irreparable damage, but destruction emphasizes the end result of that damage.

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