Self-extinction is a term that describes the condition where a species or an organism causes its own extinction. There are several other synonyms that can be used to describe self-extinction, including self-induced extinction, self-imposed extinction, self-annihilation, self-destruction, and self-demise. All these phrases refer to the same concept of an organism or a species causing its own death or extinction. Often times, these terms are used to describe human behavior and the negative impact humans have on the environment leading to the extinction of plants and animals. These synonyms convey a sense of responsibility and culpability for the destruction of life as we know it.