poison

Definitions

A substance that causes death or injury when swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed into the body.

A harmful influence or emotion that corrupts or destroys something.

To administer a toxic substance to a person or animal.

Examples

The explorer had to be careful not to touch the poison ivy while hiking through the dense forest.

The detective suspected that someone had put poison in the victim's tea.

Synonyms

toxin venom contaminant bane virus pathogen lethal substance

Antonyms

antidote cure remedy medicine nourishment nutrient health tonic