Cool MateMeaning of Toxic
containing poison; poisonous
In simple words: something harmful or poison.
Toxic in a sentence
- **toxic chemicals/fumes/gases/substances**
- to dispose of **toxic waste**
- Many pesticides are **highly toxic**.
- This chemical is toxic to many forms of life.
- I felt trapped in this toxic relationship.
- The political situation is highly toxic.
- the toxic atmosphere that now exists in political life
How to use Toxic
Typically used to describe substances, relationships, or environments that are harmful. Avoid using in casual settings when discussing minor issues.
Grammar pattern
toxic + object
Memory hint
Think of 'toxic' as 'toxic waste' – something dangerous you want to avoid.
Related words
Collocations with Toxic
Opposites of Toxic
- wholesome
- harmless
- beneficial
Common mistakes with Toxic
- Confusing with 'tactile' which relates to touch.
- Using 'toxic' to describe something mildly annoying, instead of harmful.
- Mispronouncing as 'toxick' instead of 'tok-sik'.
Toxic appears in
Toxic in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سامّ
شيء ضار أو سم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বিষাক্ত
ক্ষতিকর বা বিষাক্ত কিছু।
- GermanDeutsch
Toxisch
etwas Schädliches oder Giftiges.
- SpanishEspañol
Tóxico
algo dañino o veneno.
- Persianفارسی
سمی
چیزی مضر یا سمی.
- FrenchFrançais
Toxique
quelque chose de nocif ou de poison.
- Hindiहिन्दी
ज़हरीला
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जो हानिकारक या ज़हरीली हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Tossico
qualcosa di dannoso o velenoso.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Tóxico
algo prejudicial ou veneno.
- RussianРусский
Токсичный
что-то вредное или ядовитое.
- Urduاردو
زہریلا
ایسی چیز جو نقصان دہ ہو یا زہر ہو۔
- Chinese中文
有毒的，有害的
指有害或有毒的东西。
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Frequently asked questions about Toxic
What does Toxic mean?
something harmful or poison.
What is the definition of Toxic?
containing poison; poisonous
How do you use Toxic in a sentence?
**toxic chemicals/fumes/gases/substances**
Can you give another example of Toxic?
to dispose of **toxic waste**
What are synonyms for Toxic?
Common alternatives include poisonous, dangerous, harmful, noxious, venomous.
What is the opposite of Toxic?
Opposite meanings include wholesome, harmless, beneficial.
What words go with Toxic?
It commonly pairs with be, prove, stay, extremely, fairly, very, to, be, prove, stay, extremely, fairly, very, to, be, prove, stay, extremely, fairly, very, to.
What are common mistakes when using Toxic?
Confusing with 'tactile' which relates to touch. Using 'toxic' to describe something mildly annoying, instead of harmful. Mispronouncing as 'toxick' instead of 'tok-sik'.
How do you pronounce Toxic?
US: /["/ˈtɑːksɪk/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtɒksɪk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Toxic?
Typically used to describe substances, relationships, or environments that are harmful. Avoid using in casual settings when discussing minor issues.
What CEFR level is Toxic?
"Toxic" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.