Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bad-habit
noun
/bæd ˈhæbɪt/
Definition
A behavior that is detrimental to one’s health or well-being and is often difficult to change.
Examples
- Smoking is considered a bad habit due to its harmful effects on health.
- Biting nails is a bad habit that many people struggle to overcome.
- Procrastination can develop into a bad habit that affects productivity.
Meaning
Bad habits refer to negative patterns of behavior that can lead to physical, emotional, or social harm.
Synonyms
- Vice
- Ingrained behavior
- Detrimental practice
- Negative pattern
