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    Détriment (en. Detriment)

    /de.tʁi.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The harmful effect or disadvantage resulting from an action.
    The choice of fuel was made without considering the detriment to the environment.
    Le choix du carburant a été fait sans tenir compte du détriment pour l'environnement.
    A harm or loss suffered.
    She acted to her own detriment by neglecting her studies.
    Elle a agi à son propre détriment en négligeant ses études.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'detrimentum', meaning 'damage, loss'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to the detriment of
    This means doing something that harms something else.
    au dé́triment de
    at one's own expense
    This refers to becoming aware of a loss or damage after having acted.
    à ses dépens

    Related Words

    deteriorate
    To make something worse, less useful.
    détériorer
    detrimental
    Causing harm, harmful.
    préjudiciable

    Slang Meanings

    A hard blow
    This decision is really a hard blow for the company.
    Cette décision, c'est vraiment un coup dur pour l'entreprise.
    A rough patch
    He is going through a rough patch because of this failed project.
    Il traverse une mauvaise passe à cause de ce projet raté.