pernicious

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pernicious

(adjective)

Meaning

having a harmful effect that's subtle

Example

"The pernicious influence of gossip can ruin friendships."

Synonyms

harmfulmaliciousdestructive

Antonyms

beneficialhelpfuladvantageous

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'perniciosus', meaning destructive.
Related word forms
  • adverb: perniciously
  • noun: perniciousness

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