English Synonym Finder

detriment

Definitions

The state of being harmed or damaged.

A cause of harm or damage.

Examples

He worked long hours at the expense of his health, to the detriment of his overall well-being.

The new policy was implemented without considering that it might be to the detriment of the company's long-term growth.

Excessive screen time can be a significant detriment to a child's ability to focus on academic tasks.

Synonyms

harm damage injury loss disadvantage impairment prejudice

Antonyms

benefit advantage gain profit boon help improvement