Detriment

/ˈdɛtrɪmənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state of being harmed or damaged.

The new policy was enacted to improve public safety, but some believe it may come at the detriment of personal freedoms.

A cause of harm or damage.

His reckless behavior was a detriment to his career.

Loss or injury resulting from a specific action or decision.

She made her decision to move, but at the detriment of her friendships.

From Latin 'detrimentum', meaning 'a loss or damage'

to the detriment of

to the harm or disadvantage of

detrimental

causing harm or damage

detract

to take away or reduce the worth of

to mess up someone's plans

His laziness was a total detriment to the project.

something that brings trouble or pain

Getting involved with that group was a detriment to her reputation.