Definition

The quality of causing harm or injury to someone or something.

Example

The injuriousness of pollution is a major concern for environmentalists.

Conversation

I read an article about the injuriousness of smoking.

Yeah, it's pretty alarming how harmful it can be.

It really made me think about how we underestimate its effects.

Totally! It's important to stay informed about those risks.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Injuriousness → It is formed from "injurious" (from Latin "injuriosus", meaning harmful or damaging) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "injuriousness" refers to the quality or state of being harmful or damaging.

Memory Tip

Think of 'injurious' meaning harmful, and '-ness' indicating a state. This helps you remember that 'injuriousness' refers to the state of being harmful.

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