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detrimental

 

[ ˌdetrɪˈmentl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in a negative way

Causing harm or damage; unfavorable; detrimental effects on health.

Synonyms

adverse, damaging, harmful, unfavorable

Examples of usage

  • The detrimental effects of smoking on lung health are well-known.
  • Excessive use of social media can have a detrimental impact on mental health.

Translations

Translations of the word "detrimental" in other languages:

🇵🇹 prejudicial

🇮🇳 हानिकारक (Haanikarak)

🇩🇪 schädlich

🇮🇩 berbahaya

🇺🇦 шкідливий

🇵🇱 szkodliwy

🇯🇵 有害な (Yūgai na)

🇫🇷 néfaste

🇪🇸 perjudicial

🇹🇷 zararlı

🇰🇷 해로운 (Haeroun)

🇸🇦 ضار (Dhar)

🇨🇿 škodlivý

🇸🇰 škodlivý

🇨🇳 有害的 (Yǒuhài de)

🇸🇮 škodljiv

🇮🇸 skaðlegur

🇰🇿 зиянды (Ziyandy)

🇬🇪 ზიანის მომტანი (Zianis momtani)

🇦🇿 zərərli

🇲🇽 perjudicial

Etymology

The word 'detrimental' originated from the Latin word 'detrimentum', meaning 'loss' or 'damage'. It entered the English language in the early 17th century. The concept of something being detrimental has been recognized across various cultures and languages as a warning against actions or behaviors that may cause harm or negative consequences.

See also: detriment, detrimentally.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,420 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.