adverse

[ˈædvɜːrs]

Definition:
1. Preventing success or development, harmful, unfavorable.
2. Contrary to your interests or welfare.
3. In an opposing direction.

Use 'adverse' in a sentence:

1. Its deficiencies, in fact, have had an adverse impact on our security.
2. In addition, adverse exposures of the developing brain may affect risk of dementia later in life.
3. This had an adverse effect on consumption.
4. This will increase the number of people at risk of adverse health effects from indoor air pollution.
5. The trials has been cancelled after the drug was found to cause an adverse reaction.
6. The students were praised for overcoming adverse conditions.
7. Where is the monitoring of adverse events?
8. There are reasons for discouraging change when adverse economic impact far outweighs the advantages of change.
9. The improper use of medicine could lead to severe adverse reactions.
10. Not only did they put up a good show in adverse circumstances, they entertained the crowd greatly.
11. Inflation is considered to be undesirable because of its adverse effects on income distribution.
12. The holidays might provide time for reflection, and the firm resolve of the New Year should be to do something, finally, please, to address climate change and its adverse effects.
13. Despite the adverse conditions, the road was finished in just eight months.
14. My sister's taste in dresses is adverse to my own.