Detrimental (Adjective)
Meaning
(sometimes followed by `to') causing harm or injury; "damaging to career and reputation"; "the reporter's coverage resulted in prejudicial publicity for the defendant".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The company's decision to downsize was detrimental to the local economy, resulting in widespread job losses and business closures.
- Exposure to loud music can be detrimental to one's hearing, especially if proper ear protection is not worn.
- The new policy has been detrimental to the morale of the employees, leading to decreased productivity and increased turnover.
- The judge ruled that the evidence was detrimental to the prosecution's case and ordered it to be excluded from the trial.
- The lack of proper nutrition can be detrimental to a child's development, leading to stunted growth and other health problems.