Destructionist

/dɪˈstrʌkʃənɪst/ noun

Definition

A person who advocates for or practices destructionism; someone who believes in or pursues the destruction of existing systems.

Etymology

From 'destructionism' plus '-ist' (a suffix meaning 'one who practices or advocates'). Just as 'socialist' advocates socialism, a destructionist advocates destructionism.

Kelly Says

The term 'destructionist' has been applied to revolutionaries, anarchists, and even artists—but it's worth knowing that creative destruction is considered essential to capitalism, where old industries must be demolished to make room for innovation.

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