harmful method
[ˈhɑːrmfəl ˈmeθəd]
noun phrasepl: harmful methods
método prejudicial
1. A procedure, technique, or approach that causes damage, injury, or negative consequences to a person, group, environment, or system
Using harmful methods in agriculture can contaminate groundwater.
Usar métodos prejudiciais na agricultura pode contaminar a água subterrânea.
2. A practice or strategy that is detrimental to health, safety, or wellbeing
The study showed that corporal punishment is a harmful method of discipline.
O estudo mostrou que o castigo corporal é um método prejudicial de disciplina.
3. An ineffective or dangerous approach to solving a problem
Suppressing emotions is a harmful method of dealing with grief.
Suprimir emoções é um método prejudicial para lidar com o luto.
The phrase is commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese health, educational, and environmental contexts when discussing inappropriate practices. In the USA, it appears frequently in medical, psychological, and policy discussions. The phrase carries a strong evaluative tone suggesting moral or practical disapproval.
Related Idioms & Phrases
harmful method that backfires
resorting to harmful methods
avoiding harmful methods at all costs
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