Tools: Learn New Words | Secure Password Generator | Startup Tools | PDF Generator

Damage (Verb)

Suffer or be susceptible to damage; "These fine china cups damage easily".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Fragile antique clocks damage easily if they are not handled carefully.
The fine silk fabric will damage if it is exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods.
Electronic devices damage when they are submerged in water for too long.
Porcelain figurines damage if they are dropped even from a low height.
Paintings with egg tempera damage if the conditions are too humid or dry.

Inflict damage upon; "The snow damaged the roof"; "She damaged the car when she hit the tree".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The intense hurricane winds damaged the small village.
Eating too much sugar can damage your teeth if you don't practice good oral hygiene.
The large rock damaged the boat's propeller.
A single spark can damage electrical equipment in the presence of flammable gases.
Overexposure to the sun can damage the skin and increase the risk of cancer.