EMPOISON Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

empoison

verb

im-ˈpȯi-zᵊn

Definition of empoison

as in to anger

to implant bitter feelings in a series of misfortunes had empoisoned him against the whole world

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However, the cyclops was a son of Poseidon, and this attack angered the sea god.

— Tanya Fedak, Variety, 18 July 2026
News reporting about the new plane’s security deficiencies angered the president and triggered a sprawling leak investigation.

— Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Definition of anger

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The suggestion has enraged many of the victims and fierce opponents of the Islamic Republic who have found refuge in Canada.

— Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026
Despite his concessions to the SSPX, Francis enraged many Catholic traditionalists by reversing Benedict's relaxation on celebrating the old Latin Mass for the broader Catholic Church.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 July 2026

Definition of enrage

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They’re infuriated with a military that turned out to repress civilian protests in recent years, but appeared slow to mobilize in support of earthquake victims this week.

— Tibisay Zea, Christian Science Monitor, 3 July 2026
The result can be a more consistent connection, fewer interruptions and less of that infuriating mid-episode quality drop.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of infuriate

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Wilson, played by understudy Merrill Peiffer on opening night, recurs as a comedic yet antagonizing force throughout the show, making a years-long series of excuses for not promoting women’s suffrage.

— Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
Hathaway’s style of play — gritty, aggressive, antagonizing — fits the mold that those former teammates have carried over to Florida.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 29 June 2026

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