CEFR B1

damage

noun, verb

Meaning

Physical harm that impairs the value, usefulness, or normal function of something.

Examples

The storm caused widespread damage to coastal towns.
Smoking can damage your lungs over time.

Synonyms: harm, injury, destruction, impairment

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damage (B1)

noun, verb

Pronunciation: /ˈdæmɪdʒ/

Definition

Physical harm that impairs the value, usefulness, or normal function of something.

Examples

The storm caused widespread damage to coastal towns.
Smoking can damage your lungs over time.
The legal team is assessing the financial damage caused by the breach.

How to Use damage

damage to (prepositional phrase): Physical harm affecting a specific thing or area. — "The fire caused significant damage to the historic library."
damage caused by (prepositional phrase): The harm resulting from a specific action or event. — "We are still assessing the environmental damage caused by the oil spill."

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