Deleterious
Meaning:
An adjective, “deleterious” means harmful or damaging, often in a subtle or unexpected way.
Origin:
The term originated from the Greek deleterias meaning “noxious or destructive” via Medieval Latin deleterius. It is derived from deleter meaning “destroyer.” It came into English in the mid-17th Century.
Usage:
Carbon emissions have a deleterious impact on us and our planet.
The lack of sleep can have a deleterious effect on the body’s ability to recover from illness.
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