venom

• Sustancia tóxica que algunos animales como serpientes, arañas y escorpiones producen y segregan para cazar o defenderse; también puede referirse a un sentimiento intenso de malicia u odio.

A noun referring to a toxic substance produced by certain animals such as snakes, spiders, and scorpions, or a strong feeling of malice and spite.

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1. Toxin from animalsB2formalscientific

   A poisonous substance produced by some animals, such as snakes, spiders, and scorpions, used to kill or paralyze prey or for defense.

   Veneno animal

   • The snake's venom can be fatal if not treated quickly.
   • Scorpion venom is being studied for potential medical uses.
   • Some spiders inject venom to immobilize their prey.

   Sinónimospoisontoxinzootoxin

2. Malice or spiteC1formal

   A strong feeling of hatred, bitterness, or desire to cause harm to others.

   veneno (figurado)

   • She spoke with venom in her voice, revealing her deep resentment.
   • His criticism was full of venom and personal attacks.
   • The political debate was filled with venom and hostility.

   Sinónimosbitternesshatredhostilitymalevolencemalicerancorspiteviciousness

   Antónimosbenevolencecharitygoodwillkindnesslove