Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

harm

Verb/Noun
/hɑrm/
Definition
Harm refers to physical injury or damage to someone or something.
Examples
  • The storm caused great harm to the local community.
  • He didn’t mean to harm anyone with his words.
  • Taking too much medication can harm your health.
Meaning
The act of causing damage, injury, or negative effects to someone or something.
Synonyms
  • injury
  • damage
  • hurt
  • impairment
  • misfortune