Venomous ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Venomous ( adjective )

1. Poisonous or able to inject venom, especially through a bite or sting.
2. Having or showing ill will; spiteful.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "poisonous"): from old french venimeux, from latin venenosus, from venenum "poison".

Examples:

1. The snake was venomous and dangerous.
2. He had a venomous look in his eyes as he glared at her.
3. The insects are venomous and can cause a severe allergic reaction.
4. The spider has venomous fangs.
5. She had a venomous tongue, always ready to criticize.

(As a noun)

Venomous ( noun )

1. Poisonous or able to inject venom, especially through a bite or sting.
2. Having or showing ill will; spiteful.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "poisonous"): from old french venimeux, from latin venenosus, from venenum "poison".

Examples:

1. The snake was venomous and dangerous.
2. He had a venomous look in his eyes as he glared at her.
3. The insects are venomous and can cause a severe allergic reaction.
4. The spider has venomous fangs.
5. She had a venomous tongue, always ready to criticize.