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baneful

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective baneful has 2 senses
  1. baneful, deadly, pernicious, pestilent - exceedingly harmful
    Antonyms: innocuous, harmless (indirect, via noxious)
  2. baleful, baneful - deadly or sinister; "the Florida eagles have a fierce baleful look"
    Antonym: beneficent (indirect, via maleficent)

Definitions from the Web

Baneful

Part of speech: Adjective

Definition:

Causing great harm or destruction; toxic.

Senses:

1. Deadly or harmful:

The baneful venom of the snake had a paralyzing effect.

"The doctor warned against the baneful effects of smoking on one's health."

2. Evil or destructive:

The baneful influence of corruption spread through the city.

"The baneful cult leader manipulated his followers into committing heinous acts."

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