From the words lettered A to D below each of the. following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence
The Chairman is of the opinion that laying off workers is pernicious to the growth of the company.
The word 'pernicious' means having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way. Therefore, the correct option is 'harmful'.
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