B1noun 2K

Poison

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpɔɪzn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpɔɪzn/"]/

Meaning of Poison

a substance that causes death or harm if it gets into the body

In simple words: A substance that can cause harm or death if taken or taken in a certain amount.

Poison in a sentence

• Some mushrooms contain a deadly poison.
• How did he die? Was it poison?
• The dog was killed by rat poison *(= poison intended to kill ).
• to hunt with poison arrows
• bombs containing poison gas
• She had laced his drink with poison.
• the poison of racial hatred
• These words were pure poison to me.
• groups that are spreading the poison of sectarianism

How to use Poison

Used in both literal and figurative contexts. In a formal context, it might be discussed in medical or toxicological terms. Avoid using 'poison' in casual conversations unless discussing nature or drama.

Grammar pattern

poison + object

Memory hint

Think of 'poison' like 'poised'—it can cause problems if used improperly.

Related words

Collocations with Poison

• potent
• powerful
• strong
• trace
• administer
• give somebody
• inject
• gas
• pill
• arrow

Synonyms for Poison

• toxin
• venom
• contaminated substance
• hazardous material

Opposites of Poison

• antidote
• cure

Common mistakes with Poison

• Confused with 'venom' - venom is injected, poison is ingested.
• Using 'poisoning' as a noun incorrectly for the act of poisoning.
• Saying 'toxins' when referring to poison, while they are related, they are not identical.

Frequently asked questions about Poison

What does Poison mean?

A substance that can cause harm or death if taken or taken in a certain amount.

What is the definition of Poison?

a substance that causes death or harm if it gets into the body

How do you use Poison in a sentence?

Some mushrooms contain a deadly poison.

Can you give another example of Poison?

How did he die? Was it poison?

What are synonyms for Poison?

Common alternatives include toxin, venom, contaminated substance, hazardous material.

What is the opposite of Poison?

Opposite meanings include antidote, cure.

What words go with Poison?

It commonly pairs with potent, powerful, strong, trace, administer, give somebody, inject, gas, pill, arrow.

What are common mistakes when using Poison?

Confused with 'venom' - venom is injected, poison is ingested. Using 'poisoning' as a noun incorrectly for the act of poisoning. Saying 'toxins' when referring to poison, while they are related, they are not identical.

How do you pronounce Poison?

US: /["/ˈpɔɪzn/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpɔɪzn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Poison?

Used in both literal and figurative contexts. In a formal context, it might be discussed in medical or toxicological terms. Avoid using 'poison' in casual conversations unless discussing nature or drama.

What CEFR level is Poison?

"Poison" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.