deleterious
/ˌdɛlɪˈtɪəɹi.əs/
deleterious
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- 1.
Causing harm or damage, often in a subtle or unexpected way. Can affect health, safety, or other negative outcomes.
"The deleterious effects of the drug were not immediately apparent."
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Smoking has deleterious effects on health.
Smoking has deleterious effects on health.
Lack of sleep can be deleterious to your overall well-being.
Lack of sleep can be deleterious to your overall well-being.
The research highlighted the deleterious impact of pollution on marine life.
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How do you pronounce deleterious?
deleterious is pronounced [/ˌdɛlɪˈtɪəɹi.əs/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does deleterious mean?
deleterious means "deleterious". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is deleterious?
deleterious is a Advanced-level word.
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Example: "Smoking has deleterious effects on health." — used to mean "deleterious".
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