harmful

adjective B2

Meaning

The term "harmful" describes something that can cause damage or injury to people, animals, or the environment.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "harmful" with "harmless," which means not causing any harm.

Example Sentences

Is smoking harmful to your health in the long term ?
Prolonged exposure to harmful chemicals can affect human health .
Smoking is harmful to your health and should be avoided .

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