Detrimental

/ˌdetrɪˈmentl/ adjective medium

Causing harm or damage, especially to something's health, development, or condition over time.

Excessive screen time before bed can be detrimental to the quality of a person's sleep.

Memory Trick

Shares its root with 'detriment,' meaning a loss — something detrimental causes a real loss or setback.

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