venom
/ˈvɛnəm/
verb
- To poison or fill with venom; to make bitter or spiteful.
- The bite venomed the wound, causing it to swell dangerously.
- Years of betrayal had venomed his heart against trusting anyone.
- The argument venomed their friendship beyond repair.
noun
- A poisonous substance produced by some animals (such as snakes, spiders, or scorpions) that is injected into prey or enemies.
- The snake's venom can paralyze a small animal within minutes.
- The scorpion uses its venom to defend itself from predators.
- Scientists are studying spider venom to develop new medicines.
- Extreme bitterness, hatred, or spite in someone's words or behavior.
- She spoke with such venom that everyone in the room felt uncomfortable.
- There was no venom in his voice, only sadness.
- The politician's speech was full of venom against his opponents.
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