adverse (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈædvɜːrs/

Definition

Preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable.

Examples

• The company experienced adverse reactions to the new drug.

• We must prepare for adverse weather conditions.

• His financial situation took an adverse turn after the business failed.

How to Use adverse

adverse to (prepositional phrase)

Opposed to or hostile towards. — "He was adverse to the idea of changing the schedule."

Synonyms of adverse

Words with a similar meaning to adverse:

• negative
• unfavorable
• detrimental
• inimical

Antonyms of adverse

Words with the opposite meaning to adverse:

• favorable
• beneficial

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