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toxic

/ˈtɒksɪk/

/ˈtɑksɪk/

toxicadjective

more toxic

Comp.

most toxic

Super.

/ˈtɒksɪk/

/ˈtɑksɪk/

Translations

toxique

The factory was fined for releasing toxic chemicals into the river.

L'usine a été condamnée à une amende pour avoir rejeté des produits chimiques toxiques dans la rivière.

Additional translations

nocifSurtout pour insister sur l'effet вредный ou dangereux, sans idée de poison au sens strict.

Definitions

Containing or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation.

The factory was fined for releasing toxic chemicals into the river.

Extremely harsh, malicious, or harmful in nature or effect.

The relationship became toxic, filled with constant arguments and resentment.

Relating to or involving a financial asset that has lost so much value that it cannot be sold on the market.

The bank was burdened with toxic assets after the housing market crash.

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toxicnoun

toxics

/ˈtɒk.sɪk/

/ˈtɑːk.sɪk/

Occurs chiefly in environmental and informal contexts to denote a poisonous substance or, informally, a harmful person.

Translations

toxiqueNom substantivé pour une substance dangereuse ou vénéneuse.

The factory must dispose of its toxics in accordance with environmental regulations.

L'usine doit éliminer ses toxiques conformément à la réglementation environnementale.

Additional translations

toxiqueFamilier, substantivé, pour une personne jugée particulièrement nuisible ou insupportable.

Definitions

A poisonous or otherwise harmful substance.

The factory must dispose of its toxics in accordance with environmental regulations.

(Informal) A person regarded as extremely unpleasant or harmful to be around.

After years of emotional strain, she finally cut the toxic from her life.

Synonyms

toxic person