Synonyms

damaging

American

[dam-i-jing] / ˈdæm ɪ dʒɪŋ /

adjective

causing or capable of causing damages; harmful; injurious.

Other Word Forms

damagingly adverb
nondamaging adjective
nondamagingly adverb
undamaging adjective

Etymology

Origin of damaging

First recorded in 1850–55; damage + -ing ²

Example Sentences

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Nicolas Normand, a former French ambassador to several African nations, said the new initiative is still dwarfed by the waves of false and damaging online claims targeting France.

From The Wall Street Journal

Wilson underwent minor surgery last month after damaging his knee in August when leading Australia to victory over South Africa at Ellis Park.

From Barron's

Major tech companies face billions in AI spending, damaging financial footing and depressing free cash flow, making investors nervous.

From Barron's

Missing out on games would be particularly damaging to a league entering its 30th anniversary season, especially with two new franchises — the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire — making their debuts.

From MarketWatch

The genetic disease leads to a toxic buildup of sugars, which are especially damaging to the brain.

From The Wall Street Journal

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