toxicant

/tɔkˈsɪkənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance that is poisonous or has a harmful effect on living organisms.

“The plant produced a toxicant that was lethal to animals in the area.”

2. verb

To cause or become contaminated with a toxic substance.

“The chemical plant was accused of toxicating the nearby water supply.”

Synonyms

  • poison
  • toxin

Antonyms

  • harmless
  • non-toxic