strychnia

/ˈstrɪknɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A highly toxic alkaloid obtained from the seeds of the strychnine tree and used as a pesticide and in medicine

“The farmer carefully handled the strychnine to avoid accidental poisoning.”

Synonyms

  • strychnia
  • strychnine

Antonyms

  • anesthetic
  • sedative