Word
venom
Phoneticsven·om, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈvɛnəm/
UK/vˈɛnəm/
Definitions
01animal poison
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Science
n. the poison that some animals, like snakes or scorpions, use to protect themselves or kill their food.
n. a toxic substance secreted by certain animals and typically injected into prey or aggressors by biting or stinging.
日本語:毒※
“The snake uses its venom to paralyze small animals before eating them.”
“Researchers are studying the chemical properties of spider venom to develop more effective pain-relief medications for chronic conditions.”
Pitfall
The mushroom has a deadly venom.
The mushroom is poisonous.
Use 'venom' for toxins injected by animals (bites/stings). Use 'poison' for things that are harmful if you touch or eat them.
Antonyms
02bitter hatred
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Literary
n. a strong feeling of anger, hate, or meanness in the way someone speaks.
n. extreme malice or spiteful energy expressed in speech, writing, or behavior.
Español:malicia
“There was so much venom in his voice that I felt scared to answer.”
“The political debate was characterized by personal attacks and a level of venom that shocked even the most cynical observers.”
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“When venom enters the body, however, it can cause snake envenoming.” Etymology
From Middle English venym, from Old French venim, from Vulgar Latin venīmen, from Early Medieval Latin venīnum, from Classical Latin venēnum (“drug; poison; a charm”), ultimately derived from Proto-Indo-European wenh₁- (“to love”). Doublet of venin and venene.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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The word in film
Venom · 2018 · Action
- Directed by:
- Ruben Fleischer
- Starring:
- Stan Lee, Tom Hardy, Woody Harrelson
Tom Hardy stars in this Ruben Fleischer action movie about a journalist who gains superpowers after connecting with an alien creature. The title describes the dangerous, liquid-like substance that gives the character his strength and allows him to fight enemies.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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Traducciones: Kaikki.org (Wiktionary), CC BY-SA 4.0