“Do more harm than good”

Definition

To make a situation worse instead of better.

Examples

Examples

“Adding thin pages can do more harm than good.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Do more harm than good" mean?
"Do more harm than good" means to make a situation worse instead of better..
How do you use "Do more harm than good" in a sentence?
Example: "Adding thin pages can do more harm than good."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Do more harm than good"?
Принести больше вреда, чем пользы. / Ավելի շատ վնաս տալ, քան օգուտ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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