Poison — synonyms, definition

1. poison (Noun)

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poison (Noun) — Any substance that causes injury, illness or death of a living organism.

poison (Noun) — Anything that harms or destroys. ex. "the poison of fascism"

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2. poison (Verb)

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poison (Verb) — Spoil something, to make unpleasant or nasty, or turn against something good. ex. "poison someone's mind" ex. "poison the atmosphere in the office"

poison (Verb) — Kill with poison. ex. "She poisoned her husband"

poison (Verb) — Add poison to. ex. "Her husband poisoned her drink in order to kill her"

poison (Verb) — Kill by its poison. ex. "this mushroom can poison"

poison (Verb) — Administer poison to. ex. "She poisoned her husband but he did not die"

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