deleterious

UK /ˌdɛl.ɪˈtɪə̯.ɹi.əs/ US /ˌdɛ.ləˈtɪɹ.i.əs/
adj 2

Definitions

adj

1

Harmful, often in a subtle or unexpected way.

deleterious effects

deleterious to someone's health

2

Having lower fitness.

A deleterious mutation

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