帮助中心

poisonous

[ˈpɔɪzənəs]

poisonous Definition

  • 1containing poison; toxic
  • 2causing or capable of causing death or illness if taken into the body

Using poisonous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "poisonous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The berries on that plant are poisonous.

  • Example

    The snake's venom is poisonous to humans.

  • Example

    She was hospitalized after accidentally ingesting a poisonous substance.

  • Example

    The fumes from the factory were poisonous to breathe.

poisonous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for poisonous

Antonyms for poisonous

Phrases with poisonous

  • a gas that is harmful or deadly when inhaled

    Example

    The soldiers had to wear gas masks to protect themselves from the poisonous gas.

  • a spider whose bite is venomous and can cause illness or death

    Example

    The black widow is a poisonous spider found in many parts of the world.

  • a plant that contains toxins that can cause illness or death if ingested

    Example

    The leaves of the oleander plant are poisonous if eaten.

📌

Summary: poisonous in Brief

The term 'poisonous' [ˈpɔɪzənəs] refers to something containing poison or capable of causing death or illness if taken into the body. It can describe substances like poisonous gas or plants, as well as animals like poisonous spiders. 'Poisonous' is often used formally, as in 'The fumes from the factory were poisonous to breathe.'