venomous

• Qualifie un animal qui produit du venin ; s'emploie aussi au sens figuré pour décrire une personne ou une remarque extrêmement malveillante ou acerbe.

Describes an animal that produces venom; also used figuratively to describe a person or remark that is extremely malicious or spiteful.

1. Producing venomB2formal

   Capable of injecting a toxic substance, typically through a bite or sting.

   venimeux (qui produit du venin)

   • The rattlesnake is a highly venomous reptile.
   • Some spiders are venomous and can be dangerous to humans.
   • The venomous sting of a scorpion can be fatal.

   Synonymesnoxiouspoisonoustoxicvirulent

2. Malicious or spitefulC1formal

   Characterized by deep ill will, hatred, or deliberate harm.

   venimeux (au sens figuré)

   • She gave him a venomous look after his insult.
   • His venomous remarks hurt everyone in the room.
   • The article was filled with venomous criticism of the politician.

   Synonymesbitterhatefulhostilemalevolentmaliciousmalignantpoisonousrancorousspitefulvindictive

   Antonymesbenevolentbenigngood-naturedkindkindhearted