Detrimental

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Synonyms of detrimental

Antonyms of detrimental

Collocations of detrimental

impact
Frequency: 80 %

The detrimental impact of the economic downturn was felt across the industry.

effects
Frequency: 75 %

The harmful effects of smoking are detrimental to one's health.

effect
Frequency: 70 %

The negative effect of the new policy was detrimental to the company's success.

impact
Frequency: 65 %

The adverse impact of the decision was detrimental to the team morale.

consequences
Frequency: 60 %

The unfavorable consequences of their actions were detrimental to their reputation.

Idiomatic Expressions for detrimental

  • Phrase: detrimental effect
    Meaning: a negative impact or consequence
    Usage: The lack of proper maintenance had a detrimental effect on the machinery's performance.