domage

/ˈdæmɪdʒ/ /ˈdæmɪdʒ/ /ˈdæmɪdʒ/; /ˈdʌmɪdʒ/ /ˈdʌmɪdʒ/ /ˈdʌmɪdʒ/; /ˈdɒmɪdʒ/ /ˈdɒmɪdʒ/ /ˈdɒmɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

harm or injury to something or someone, especially as a result of an accident or other event.

“The storm caused significant damage to the town.”

2. verb

to cause harm or injury to something or someone.

“The driver’s reckless behavior damaged the car and injured the pedestrian.”

3. noun

a loss or reduction in value or quality, especially of a financial asset.

“The company’s damage to its reputation resulted in a significant decline in stock value.”

Synonyms

  • harm
  • hurt
  • injury
  • loss
  • ruin

Antonyms

  • enhance
  • fix
  • improve
  • repair
  • strengthen