English / word
pernicious
adjective C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual, subtle, or treacherous way.
In context
01
Misinformation can have a pernicious influence on public health.
02
The pernicious effects of smoking are well-documented.
Synonyms
harmful,destructive,detrimental
Antonyms
beneficial,salutary,harmless
Collocations
pernicious influence,pernicious effects,pernicious habit