Synonyms for Detrimental & Similar Words
Definition of 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"
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "detrimental"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like damaging, harmful, prejudicial can replace "detrimental" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"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