adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

harmful, injurious, hurtful

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Example Sentences

Example:His harmful words caused her immense emotional pain.

Definition:Causing or likely to cause injury, damage, or pain.

From harmful

Example:The injurious nature of his behavior led to his dismissal.

Definition:Tending to cause injury or damage; harmful.

From injurious

Example:She had to endure a hurtful insult and walk away.

Definition:Tending to cause pain or distress, especially when spoken or written.

From hurtful