poisonous

US /ˈpɔɪzənəs/

UK /ˈpɔɪzənəs/

A2

adjective

  • Harmful; unfriendly; unpleasant
  • Causing sickness or death when eaten or drunk
  • Containing poison; toxic.
  • Having glands or organs that secrete poison.
  • Capable of causing harm or damage; destructive.
  • Containing toxins that can cause illness or death when ingested or touched.
  • Containing poison; toxic.