poisonous

adjective B1

Meaning

Poisonous means something that can harm or kill you if you touch it or eat it.
💡 Don't confuse "poisonous" with "toxic"; both mean harmful, but "poisonous" usually refers to living things.

Example Sentences

Be careful , that mushroom looks poisonous and could make you sick .
Is that mushroom poisonous or safe to eat ?
Some mushrooms in the forest are poisonous and should be avoided .
This plant is not poisonous , so it is safe to touch .

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