venomous
4 synonyms and 2 antonyms for venomous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Capable of injecting venom, typically by biting or stinging.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Capable of injecting venom, typically by biting or stinging.
“The venomous snake is common in the desert regions of the country.”
How to use venomous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
venomous snake
venomous remark
venomous attack
Etymology
From Old French venimos, from venim ("venom") plus the adjective suffix -os.
Full origin of venomous →Frequently asked questions
What does “venomous” mean?
The word “venomous” means capable of injecting venom, typically by biting or stinging. In plain terms, producing venom, or — figuratively — full of nasty, spiteful intent.
How do you pronounce “venomous”?
“Venomous” is pronounced VEH-nuh-muhs (/ˈvɛnəməs/ in IPA).
How do you use “venomous” in a sentence?
Here is “venomous” used in a sentence: “The venomous snake is common in the desert regions of the country.”
What part of speech is “venomous”?
“Venomous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “venomous” come from?
The word “venomous” comes from Old French. From Old French venimos, from venim ("venom") plus the adjective suffix -os.
How many meanings does “venomous” have?
“Venomous” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: capable of injecting venom, typically by biting or stinging.
