viperine
/ˈvaɪpəraɪn/
adjective
- Relating to or resembling a viper (a type of venomous snake).
- Her viperine tongue and sharp words made everyone in the room uncomfortable.
- The biologist studied the viperine features of the newly discovered species.
- The viperine markings on the snake's back helped it blend into the dry leaves.
- Having the qualities of a viper; treacherous, spiteful, or venomous in behavior.
- She gave him a viperine smile that promised revenge.
- His viperine comments during the meeting destroyed any chance of cooperation.
- The politician's viperine attacks on his opponent shocked even his supporters.
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