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Meaning of Deleterious
The primary meaning of the word "Deleterious" is causing harm or damage.
Etymology of Deleterious
The word "Deleterious" originates from the Latin word "deleterius", which means "harmful" or "injurious"
The Latin word is derived from "deletere", which means "to destroy" or "to harm"
The word has been used in the English language since the 17th century to describe something that causes harm or damage
Synonyms
harmful
damaging
injurious
detrimental
adverse
pernicious
malicious
destructive
calamitous
disastrous
catastrophic
baneful
baleful
noxious
toxic
poisonous
lethal
fatal
deleterious
malignant
hurtful
maleficent
mischievous
nasty
spiteful
vicious
virulent
pestilential
plague-like
malignant
pestiferous
corrupting
corrupt
decaying
putrid
rotten
foul
loathsome
abhorrent
heinous
atrocious
ghastly
gruesome
horrific
dire
woeful
lamentable
deplorable
Definitions
- Causing harm or damage, especially in a gradual or subtle way
- Having a harmful or damaging effect
Usage Examples
- The deleterious effects of smoking on lung health are well-documented
- The company's financial troubles had a deleterious impact on the local economy
- Prolonged exposure to the toxic chemicals had a deleterious effect on the worker's health
Antonyms
beneficial
helpful
advantageous
useful
beneficial
wholesome
healthy
salutary
curative
restorative
remedial
therapeutic
salubrious
favorable
propitious
auspicious
fortunate
lucky
happy
felicitous
prosperous
thriving
flourishing
successful