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Pernicious – Adjective – Meaning, Definition & Example Sentence

pernicious - Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.

Picture illustrating the English word "Pernicious" (Adjective) – Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
People used to think that smoking was good for you because it seemed calming, but now we realize that its pernicious effects are deadly over time.