venomous

/ˈvɛnəməs/
adjective
  1. Producing or capable of injecting venom (poison) through a bite or sting.
    • The zoo's reptile house has a display of venomous lizards.
    • Some spiders are venomous, but only a few are dangerous to humans.
    • The hiker was warned to watch out for venomous snakes on the trail.
  2. Full of hatred or spite; very cruel or malicious.
    • Her venomous comments during the argument hurt everyone in the room.
    • He gave her a venomous look that made her shiver.
    • The politician's speech was filled with venomous attacks on his opponent.
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