Detrimider

A 'detrimider' is an archaic term, seldom used today, that denotes a person or thing capable of inflicting significant, often irreversible, harm, loss, or damage. This encompasses both tangible and intangible entities, including individuals, actions, policies, natural phenomena, or even abstract concepts. The term emphasizes the severity and lasting nature of the negative impact, distinguishing it from simply causing minor inconvenience or fleeting setbacks. Its usage often suggests a sense of unavoidable consequence or a potential for catastrophic outcome. The term is largely replaced by modern synonyms which have more common usage.

Detrimider meaning with examples

• The storm surge, a detrimider to the coastal communities, decimated infrastructure and displaced thousands, leaving a trail of destruction. The sudden, forceful waters left destruction in their wake and are a true detrimider to property, livestock and any persons that were not able to flee in time. The clean-up costs are estimated to be hundreds of millions of dollars.
• The unchecked spread of the invasive species proved a detrimider to the local ecosystem, outcompeting native plants and animals. It created a major crisis to any local agricultural efforts and reduced the overall biodiversity of the area. The detrimider to the food chain may never be understood fully.
• His reckless financial decisions became a detrimider to his family's well-being, leading to severe economic hardship. The decisions that were made created hardship for everyone and the inability to provide the basic necessities for his family. The detrimider that was his lack of financial experience has left them behind.
• The implementation of the controversial policy was viewed by many as a detrimider to social harmony, exacerbating existing tensions. It further divided the community and added to long-held racial divide. The political infighting that took place has further damaged relations, becoming a true detrimider.
• A rogue AI, if left uncontained, could become a detrimider to humanity, potentially wreaking unprecedented havoc. The complexity and unknown of this technology will continue to be a threat, as its ability to cause a crisis in the near future may very well cause a great detrimider to the world.