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Meaning of venom
The primary meaning of the word "venom" is a poisonous substance secreted by an animal, typically used for killing or injuring.
Etymology of venom
The word "venom" originates from the Old French word "venim" or "venin", which is derived from the Latin word "venenum", meaning poison or poisonous substance.
Historically, the term "venom" was used to describe poisonous substances in general, but its meaning has evolved to specifically refer to the poisonous secretions of animals.
Synonyms
poison
toxin
venomous substance
poisonous fluid
deadly poison
lethal substance
toxic secretion
noxious agent
malignant substance
harmful secretion
poisonous matter
toxic matter
deadly venom
poisonous venom
virulent poison
toxic venom
malignant venom
poisonous liquid
toxic liquid
deadly liquid
poisonous substance
toxic substance
noxious liquid
malignant liquid
harmful venom
toxic secretion
poisonous secretion
lethal venom
deadly toxin
toxic toxin
virulent toxin
malignant toxin
poisonous toxin
harmful toxin
noxious toxin.
Definitions
- A poisonous substance secreted by an animal, typically used for killing or injuring, delivered through a bite or sting.
- Figurative language used to describe something or someone as poisonous or harmful in a non-physical sense.
Usage Examples
- The snake's venom was highly toxic and could kill a human being within minutes.
- Her words were full of venom, and they hurt me deeply.
- The venom from the bee sting caused an allergic reaction.
Antonyms
antidote
remedy
cure
treatment
medicine
antidote
serum
antivenom
counteragent
neutralizer
reliever
soother
calmer
pacifier
tranquillizer
sedative
anesthetic
analgesic
palliative
restorative
curative
therapeutic
beneficial
harmless
innocuous
benign
neutral
inert.