Definition and meaning of English word "pernicious"
pernicious
/pərˈnɪʃ.əs/
Meaning
AdjectiveHaving a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
🇬🇧 English
pernicious
Example
Fake news can exert a pernicious influence on democratic elections.
Fake news can exert a pernicious influence on democratic elections.
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