VENOMOUS Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

venomous

adjective

ˈve-nə-məs

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as in poisonous

containing or contaminated with a substance capable of injuring or killing a living thing a venomous arrow

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Recent Examples of venomous The new snake species, which researchers have given the scientific name Calamaria incredibilis, measures at just under eight inches long, is non-venomous, and is identified by its slender, brown scales with seven dark stripes along its back. —

Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026 In addition to its other outsized traits, the Komodo dragon is the largest venomous animal on the planet. —

Craig Stanford, Big Think, 7 May 2026 The copperhead snake is the most common and prevalent venomous snake in the state, according to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission's website. —

Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026 Scorpions use a specialized weapon system that balances crushing pincers and venomous stingers according to their specific hunting styles and defensive needs. —

Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for venomous

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Health officials urged anybody who may have eaten a poisonous mushroom to seek medical care immediately and contact the California Poison Control Hotline.

— Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Anyone who may have eaten a poisonous mushroom should seek medical care immediately and contact the California Poison Control Hotline at 800-222-1222.

— Tim Fang, CBS News, 13 May 2026