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POISONOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Poisonous.

How to pronounce poisonous:

Poisonous - as an adjective satellite

Having the qualities or effects of a poison

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
toxicant

Not safe to eat

Marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful

Example: "Poisonous hate"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
venomousvicious

Poisonous - as an adjective

Containing sufficient poison to be dangerous to touch or ingest.

Negative, harmful.

Example Sentences

"The snake's bite contains a poisonous venom."
"Some mushrooms are highly poisonous if ingested."
"The plant's leaves are covered in a poisonous substance."
"The frog's bright colors serve as a warning of its poisonous nature."
"The spider injects a poisonous liquid into its prey."
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Word Game Points

Is POISONOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, poisonous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

POISONOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is POISONOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, poisonous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
POISONOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is POISONOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, poisonous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
POISONOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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