Pernicious Synonyms and Antonyms

pər-nĭshəs
Having the capability or effect of damaging irreparably
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. destructive
  2. ruinous
Antonyms:
  1. beneficial
  2. helpful
  3. loving
  4. innocuous
  5. loveable
  6. kind
  7. favorable

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Pernicious Sentence Examples

  • The pernicious weed has spread all through the flower bed.

  • He had pernicious anemia at age 49 years.

  • The last two had a pernicious effect on Cuba, draining it of horses, money and of men.

  • In the war on terrorism and the role on HIV, the UN's role is equally pernicious.

  • This woman exercised a most pernicious influence over him.

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