prejudicial

UK /ˌprɛdʒʊˈdɪʃl/ US /ˌprɛdʒʊˈdɪʃl/
adj 3

Definitions

adj

1

Exhibiting prejudice or bias.

I must believe that the absence of specific language in our Policy Book with respect to sexual preferences cannot be construed as encouragement to prejudicial behavior or treatment.

2

Causing harm or injury; detrimental, harmful or injurious.

Were I to give you money, for whatever reason, it would be extremely prejudicial to your chances in court if you were unfortunate enough to appear there.

3

Tending to convince based on past history rather than on evidence about the case at hand.

The judge had granted the DA a one-week extension with the caustic admonition that the case would be summarily dismissed if at that time probative, as opposed to prejudicial, evidence was not produced.

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