Definitions
- Describing something that is widespread and present in every part of a particular area or thing. - Referring to something that has a strong influence on or affects many aspects of a situation or system. - Talking about something that is difficult to escape or avoid.
- Describing something that is harmful or damaging to someone or something. - Referring to something that has a negative effect on health, well-being, or development. - Talking about something that causes harm or injury over time.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something negative or harmful.
- 2Both words are used to describe the effects of something.
- 3Both words can be used to describe situations or conditions.
- 4Both words have a negative connotation.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Pervasive refers to something that is widespread and present in every part of a particular area or thing, while deleterious refers to something that is harmful or damaging to someone or something.
- 2Effect: Pervasive describes something that has a strong influence on or affects many aspects of a situation or system, while deleterious describes something that has a negative effect on health, well-being, or development.
- 3Intensity: Deleterious implies a more severe or intense negative effect than pervasive.
- 4Duration: Deleterious implies a long-term or ongoing negative effect, while pervasive can refer to a short-term or temporary situation.
- 5Usage: Pervasive is more commonly used in everyday language, while deleterious is more formal and less commonly used.
Remember this!
Pervasive and deleterious are both negative words used to describe the effects of something. However, pervasive refers to something that is widespread and present in every part of a particular area or thing, while deleterious refers to something that is harmful or damaging to someone or something. Additionally, deleterious implies a more severe or intense negative effect than pervasive, and it is less commonly used than pervasive.
