harmful

• Descreve aquilo que causa ou é capaz de causar dano, prejuízo ou malefício a alguém ou a algo.

Describes something that causes or is capable of causing damage or injury.

1. Causing damage or injuryA2formal

   Having the ability to cause physical, mental, or emotional harm.

   Nocivo

   • Smoking is harmful to your health.
   • The chemicals in this product can be harmful if ingested.
   • Exposure to the sun without protection can be harmful.

   Sinônimosdamagingdangerousdeleteriousdestructivedetrimentalhurtfulinjuriousnoxiousperniciousunhealthy

   Antônimosbeneficialharmlesshelpfulsafesalutarywholesome

2. Detrimental or negativeB1formal

   Causing negative effects or damage to something, such as reputation or environment.

   Prejudicial

   • The scandal was harmful to the company's reputation.
   • Deforestation is harmful to the ecosystem.
   • Spreading false information can be harmful to society.

   Sinônimosadversedamagingdeleteriousdestructivedetrimentalhurtfulinjuriousnoxiousperniciousunhealthy

   Antônimosadvantageousbeneficialconstructivegoodharmlesshelpfulsafewholesome