What is another word for bad influence?

195 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ bˈad ˈɪnfluːəns], [ bˈad ˈɪnfluːəns], [ b_ˈa_d ˈɪ_n_f_l_uː_ə_n_s]

Synonyms for Bad influence:

How to use "Bad influence" in context?

Nearly every student has had someone in their life who has had a significant impact on their development. For some, this person is a role model. For others, this person is more like a bad influence. Whether this person is a teacher, significant other, or friend, their impact has the ability to either positively or negatively affect a person's development.

A bad influence can come in many shapes and sizes. Some bad influences are intentional and others are unintentional. Intentional bad influences are people who purposely try to harm or control a person. They may do this to get something they want or to make the person feel inferior.

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