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Meaning of Poisonous
Causing harm or death if ingested, inhaled, or having physical contact
Etymology of Poisonous
The word "poisonous" has its roots in the Old French word "poison," which is derived from the Latin word "potio," meaning "a drink"
Historically, the term "poisonous" was used to describe substances that could cause harm or death if ingested, and over time, its meaning has expanded to include substances that can cause harm through other means, such as inhalation or physical contact
Synonyms
toxic
deadly
venomous
hazardous
harmful
noxious
pernicious
lethal
fatal
malignant
baneful
deleterious
injurious
corrosive
caustic
destructive
ruinous
calamitous
disastrous
poisonous
virulent
malignant
pestilential
contaminated
tainted
polluted
spoiled
adulterated
corrupted
infected
diseased
morbid
septic
toxicant
poisonous
pestiferous
noisome
fetid
foul
loathsome
nauseating
sickening
nauseous
Definitions
- Having a harmful or deadly effect if ingested, inhaled, or having physical contact
- Causing harm or death, especially through being ingested, inhaled, or having physical contact
- Containing or being a substance that can cause harm or death if ingested, inhaled, or having physical contact
Usage Examples
- The poisonous snake's venom was highly toxic and could kill a person within minutes
- The air in the city was poisonous due to the high levels of pollution
- The doctor warned the patient about the poisonous side effects of the medication
Antonyms
harmless
safe
non-toxic
benign
innocuous
mild
moderate
neutral
harmless
healthful
wholesome
salubrious
beneficial
curative
remedial
therapeutic
restorative
sanitary
hygienic
clean
pure
fresh
untainted
unadulterated
uncontaminated
unpolluted