Main Entry: in·ju·ri·ous

Pronunciation: \in-ˈju̇r-ē-əs\

Function: adjective

Date: 15th century

1 : inflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental <injurious to health>
2 : abusive, defamatory <speak not injurious words — George Washington>

— in·ju·ri·ous·ly adverb

— in·ju·ri·ous·ness noun