Harm ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Harm ( verb )

To cause injury or damage to (someone or something).

Origin:

Middle english hermen, from old english hearm; akin to old high german harm harm, old english hearm.

Examples:

1. He harmed his own cause by refusing to cooperate.
2. The storm harmed many buildings along the coast.
3. His careless driving could harm innocent pedestrians.
4. She harmed herself by cutting her wrist.
5. The harsh words of the critic harmed the musician's confidence.

(As a noun)

Harm ( noun )

To cause injury or damage to (someone or something).

Origin:

Middle english hermen, from old english hearm; akin to old high german harm harm, old english hearm.

Examples:

1. He harmed his own cause by refusing to cooperate.
2. The storm harmed many buildings along the coast.
3. His careless driving could harm innocent pedestrians.
4. She harmed herself by cutting her wrist.
5. The harsh words of the critic harmed the musician's confidence.