Synonyms for

Detriment

Verb / ˈdetrʌmʌnt / Another word for detriment — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

something that causes damage, harm, or disadvantage

Synonyms & similar words

hurt harm damage injury disadvantage downside drawback negative handicap impediment obstacle hindrance barrier problem difficulty trouble setback loss ruin undoing misfortune

Synonyms by register

Formal

damage harm impairment prejudice

Informal

downside drawback hurt bad thing

Literary

bane scathe wound

Antonyms

benefit advantage help aid boon blessing gain

Common collocations

  • to the detriment of
  • cause detriment
  • significant detriment
  • serious detriment
  • financial detriment
  • cultural detriment
  • detriment to health

Word family

noun detriment
verb detriment
adjective detrimental
adverb detrimentally

Usage note

Detriment refers to harm or damage. It is often used in formal contexts, particularly in phrases like 'to the detriment of'.

Example sentences

  1. Not getting enough exercise can be a detriment to your health.
  2. Eating too much candy is a detriment to your teeth.
  3. Not studying for a test can be a detriment to your grade.
  4. Being late to work can be a detriment to your job.
  5. Not wearing sunscreen can be a detriment to your skin.

Quotes

  • The price of greatness is responsibility. - Winston Churchill
  • “The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs
  • “Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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