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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

detracting

/dɪˈtræktɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does detracting mean?

verb

causing a person or thing to be less attractive or appealing; having a negative effect on something.

Example

"The new policy was detracting from the company's reputation."

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