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SELF-DEFEATING

(adj.sat)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Self-Defeating.

Self-Defeating - as an adjective satellite

Acting to defeat its own purpose

Example: "It is self-defeating...to ignore the progress of events"

Example Sentences

"His self-defeating behavior only led to more trouble."
"She had a self-defeating habit of procrastinating."
"Their constant arguments were self-defeating for their relationship."
"The team's self-defeating attitude caused them to lose the game."
"His self-defeating beliefs prevented him from taking risks."
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Is SELF-DEFEATING a valid Scrabble word?
No, self-defeating is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is SELF-DEFEATING a valid Words With Friends word?
No, self-defeating is NOT valid for Words With Friends
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Is SELF-DEFEATING a valid WordFeud word?
No, self-defeating is NOT valid for WordFeud
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