toxiphoric

/tɒksɪˈfɒrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or causing the production of poisonous substances

“The toxiphoric properties of the plant made it unsuitable for cultivation.”

2. noun

a substance or agent that produces poisonous effects

“The lab discovered a new toxiphoric that posed a significant threat to public health.”

Synonyms

  • poisonous
  • toxic
  • venomous

Antonyms

  • benign
  • harmless