Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
detrimental
Adjective
/ˌdɛtrɪˈmɛntəl/
Definition
Causing harm or damage.
Examples
- Smoking is detrimental to your health.
- The new policies may have a detrimental effect on employees’ morale.
- Pollution can be detrimental to the environment.
Meaning
The term ‘detrimental’ is used to describe something that has a negative effect or is harmful to someone or something.
Synonyms
- Harmful
- Damaging
- Adverse
- Injurious
- Destructive
