Harmful Definition & Meaning

harmful
adjective
  1. causing or capable of causing harm; "too much sun is harmful to the skin"; "harmful effects of smoking"

"Harmful" in song lyrics

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  • "Mao said to read too many books is harmful"
    Heavy Metal Kings (Ill Bill & Vinnie Paz) — Age of Quarrel
  • "Even my breath is harmful"
    Linguistics — Multiple Choice
  • "Is toppled my patience is vacant I'm harmful"
    Lone Ninja — Minefield

Usage tips for "harmful"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "harmful" 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 harmful to find words that pair well.

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