Meaning of the word pernicious in English

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pernicious

US /pɚˈnɪʃ.əs/
UK /pɚˈnɪʃ.əs/

Adjective

1.

having a very harmful effect or influence:

Example:
The cuts in government funding have had a pernicious effect on local health services.
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