Definition of Detriment

an event or item that inflicts damage to an individual or thing

Examples of Detriment in a sentence

As long as the herbal drink does not pose a detriment to my physical wellbeing, I will give it a try.  🔊

In its drug manual, the company does not mention the product could be a detriment to a person's health until the ad's end.  🔊

The mobile telephone business has been a detriment to those companies that offer only landline services.  🔊

Many suspect the building of the chemical plant is going to be a detriment to the town’s freshwater supply.  🔊

Your choice to not pay your car note will soon be a detriment to your ability to get to work each day.  🔊

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