adverse — preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈædvɜːrs/
Korean meaning: 성공이나 발전을 방해하는, 해로운, 불리한
Korean pronunciation: 애-드버스 (강세: 애)
Example Sentences
- My mom's adverse reaction to my report card was legendary - she turned into a dragon.
- The adverse effects of staying up all night include looking like a zombie and thinking coffee is a food group.
- Despite adverse market conditions, the company managed to increase its profits.
adverse
ADJECTIVE//ˈædvɜːrs//
preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable
Harsh conditions preventing growth
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Origin
From Latin 'adversus,' the past participle of 'advertere' meaning 'to turn toward' or 'to turn against.' The prefix 'ad-' (to) combines with 'vertere' (to turn).
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“My mom's adverse reaction to my report card was legendary - she turned into a dragon.”
“The adverse effects of staying up all night include looking like a zombie and thinking coffee is a food group.”
“Despite adverse market conditions, the company managed to increase its profits.”
“The medicine had no adverse side effects, unlike my cooking which has many.”
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