erosive

adjective
UK: /ɪˈrəʊ.sɪv/
US: /ɪˈroʊ.sɪv/

  1. Gradually destroying or weakening something.

    1. The waves had an erosive effect on the cliff.
    2. The constant criticism was erosive to his confidence and self-esteem over time.

  2. Causing the gradual destruction of something by wind, water, or other natural agents.

    1. The river's erosive power created the canyon.
    2. Farmers implemented new techniques to combat erosive forces on their land after the storm.

Synonyms

destructive corrosive wearing abrasive

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "erosive" in English means: Gradually destroying or weakening something., Causing the gradual destruction of something by wind, water, or other natural agents..

The phonetic transcription of "erosive" is /ɪˈrəʊ.sɪv/ in British English and /ɪˈroʊ.sɪv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "erosive": destructive, corrosive, wearing, abrasive.

Example usage of "erosive": "The waves had an erosive effect on the cliff.". More examples on the page.