Synonyms of poisonous

Adjective


1. poisonous, toxicant, toxic (vs. nontoxic)

usage: having the qualities or effects of a poison

2. poisonous, inedible (vs. edible), uneatable

usage: not safe to eat

3. poisonous, venomous, vicious, malicious (vs. unmalicious)

usage: marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful; "poisonous hate"; "venomous criticism"; "vicious gossip"

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Definition and meaning of poisonous (Dictionary)