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Synonyms & Similar Words
harm
injury
hurt
impairment
deterioration
destruction
ruin
spoilage
wreckage
devastation
demolishment
annihilation
sabotage
vandalism
mutilation
disfigurement
defacement
blemish
mar
flaw
defect
impairment
disablement
incapacitation
weakening
enfeeblement
debilitation
Meaning of Damage
The word "damage" refers to the act of causing harm or injury to something, according to the Oxford English Dictionary.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "damage" as the loss or harm resulting from an action or event.
- Cambridge Dictionary states that "damage" is the harm or injury that something or someone suffers.
Example Uses
- The storm caused significant damage to the coastal town, with many buildings destroyed or severely damaged.
- She tried to repair the damage to her reputation after the scandal.
- The company had to pay for the damage to the environment caused by their industrial activities.
- The doctor assessed the damage to the patient's knee after the accident.
- The fire caused extensive damage to the historic building, leaving only the facade intact.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
repair
restoration
renovation
rejuvenation
renewal
revival
reconstruction
rebuilding
recovery
improvement
enhancement
betterment
amelioration
mitigation
alleviation
rectification
correction
fixation
mending
healing
preservation
conservation
protection
safeguarding