Detrimental Definition & Meaning
detrimental
- adjective
- (sometimes followed by `to') causing harm or injury; "damaging to career and reputation"; "the reporter's coverage resulted in prejudicial publicity for the defendant"
"Detrimental" in song lyrics
See how detrimental is used in real songs:
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"Homicidal face-to-face, do you like 'em detrimental?"
Ant Banks f/ Mr. Ill, Rappin' Ron, Gangsta P, Jock — Bay Area Massacre -
"Man not a matter a hand so detrimental"
Dubee a.k.a. Sugawolf Pimp — Soldiers Only -
"Even though it's said my input is detrimental"
FiggKidd f/ DJ Eko, Proof (D12) — Nuthin Eva Worries Me
Words that rhyme with detrimental
Usage tips for "detrimental"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "detrimental" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for detrimental to find words that pair well.