Detriment: meaning, definitions and examples

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detriment

[ ˈdɛtrɪmənt ]

^{Context #1}

to one's health

The state of being harmed or damaged, especially in a way that affects one's health. It can also refer to something that causes harm or damage.

Synonyms

damage, disadvantage, harm

Examples of usage

It is well-known that smoking is a detriment to one's health.
Lack of exercise can be a detriment to your overall well-being.

^{Context #2}

to one's interests

Something that causes damage or harm to one's interests, rights, or reputation.

Synonyms

disadvantage, hindrance, obstacle

Examples of usage

The new policy could be a detriment to the company's profitability.
His actions were a detriment to the team's reputation.

^{Context #3}

formal

To cause harm or damage to someone or something.

Synonyms

damage, harm, impair

Examples of usage

His reckless behavior could detriment the project's success.
Failure to follow safety protocols may detriment the entire operation.

Translations

Translations of the word "detriment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 prejuízo

🇮🇳 हानि

🇩🇪 Schaden

🇮🇩 kerugian

🇺🇦 шкода

🇵🇱 szkoda

🇯🇵 損害

🇫🇷 préjudice

🇪🇸 perjuicio

🇹🇷 zarar

🇰🇷 손해

🇸🇦 ضرر

🇨🇿 újma

🇸🇰 škoda

🇨🇳 损害

🇸🇮 škoda

🇮🇸 skaði

🇰🇿 зиян

🇬🇪 ზარალი

🇦🇿 zərər

🇲🇽 perjuicio

Word origin

The word 'detriment' originated from the Latin word 'detrimentum', which means 'loss' or 'damage'. It entered the English language in the late 15th century. Over time, 'detriment' has evolved to describe various forms of harm, damage, or disadvantage that can affect individuals or entities.