deleterious
Adjective as in strong fondness
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Example:The absence of essential nutrients can have a deleterious effect on health.
Definition:An adverse or harmful influence.
From deleterious effect
Example:The food contained a deleterious substance that caused diarrhea in several consumers.
Definition:A harmful substance or agent, especially one that can cause damage when ingested or absorbed by the body.
From deleterious substance
Example:Quitting smoking and reducing alcohol consumption are beneficial in breaking deleterious habits.
Definition:Behavior patterns that are harmful to a person's health, well-being, or life.
From deleterious habits
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