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Definition adverse in American English

adverse adjective

adjective
/ædˈvɜrs/
Example

an adverse reaction from the public

Example

adverse consequences

Example

The drug has so far had no adverse effect on patients.

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1.1

likely to cause problems

Example

adverse weather conditions

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Definition adverse in American English