Top synonyms for “harmful”: abusive, bad, bruising, calumniatory, calumnious, catastrophic, counterproductive, damaging, and 22 more below.
Definition
- (adjective)causing or capable of causing harm“too much sun is harmful to the skin”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "harmful"?
Common synonyms for "harmful" include abusive, bad, bruising, calumniatory, calumnious, catastrophic. Our thesaurus lists 30 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "harmful"?
Antonyms for "harmful" include harmless. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "harmful" mean?
causing or capable of causing harm Example: "too much sun is harmful to the skin"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
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