disservice
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for disservice, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An action that causes harm, especially one that was meant or expected to help.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use disservice
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From dis- ("not") + service.
Full origin of disservice →Frequently asked questions
What does “disservice” mean?
The word “disservice” means an action that causes harm, especially one that was meant or expected to help. In plain terms, a harmful or unhelpful act, often one that should have helped instead.
How do you pronounce “disservice”?
“Disservice” is pronounced dih-SUR-vihs (/dɪ(s)ˈsɝvɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “disservice” in a sentence?
Here is “disservice” used in a sentence: “Ignoring the warning signs did a disservice to the whole team.”
What part of speech is “disservice”?
“Disservice” is a noun.