tearing down

Definitions

The act of demolishing or dismantling a structure or building.

The process of criticizing or disparaging someone or something severely.

Examples

The construction crew is currently tearing down the old warehouse to make room for a new apartment complex.

He felt like he was tearing down his own progress by constantly doubting his abilities.

Synonyms

demolishing razing dismantling leveling destroying wrecking knocking down

Antonyms

building constructing erecting raising assembling creating establishing