Adverse
/ædˈvɜrs/noun
Preventing success or development; harmful or unfavorable.
Did you know?In ancient times, the concept of being adverse was often linked to malevolent forces and omens, influencing decisions and fates.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
adversus
“Turned against, unfavorable.”
Old French
Old French
adverse
“Hostile, unfavorable.”
Middle English
Middle English
adverse
“Harmful, opposed.”
Modern English
English
adverse
“Having a negative effect, opposing.”