Pronunciation: /ˈvɛnəm/
noun a poisonous substance secreted by animals such as snakes, spiders, or scorpions
A1 Snakes inject venom when they bite.
A2 The scorpion's venom is very potent.
B1 Doctors treated the patient for a venomous snake bite.
B2 The venom of the Brazilian wandering spider can be deadly.
C1 Scientists are studying the properties of snake venom for medical purposes.
C2 The assassin's venomous words cut deep into his opponent's reputation.
verb There is no applicable verb for the word 'venom'.
A1 Snakes venom their prey before eating them.
A2 Some spiders venom their victims to immobilize them.
B1 The assassin carefully venoms the target to ensure a quick and silent death.
B2 The criminal used a syringe to venom his enemies without leaving any evidence.
C1 The scientist studied how certain species of insects venom their predators as a defense mechanism.
C2 The expert venomed the snake in order to extract the venom for research purposes.
adjective There is no applicable adjective for the word 'venom'.
A1 The snake's venomous bite can be deadly.
A2 The spider injected its venom into the prey, paralyzing it.
B1 The venomous words of the bully hurt her feelings deeply.
B2 The venomous political debate turned into a heated argument.
C1 The journalist's venomous attack on the corrupt politician sparked controversy.
C2 The CEO's venomous remarks towards the employees caused a backlash within the company.
adverb There is no applicable adverb for the word 'venom'.
A1 The snake's venomously bit the man, causing him to scream in pain.
A2 The spider's venom quickly paralyzed its prey before devouring it.
B1 The scorpion's venom can be deadly if not treated promptly.
B2 The assassin struck with venomous precision, taking out his target without a sound.
C1 The politician's words were filled with venom as he attacked his opponent during the debate.
C2 The journalist's exposé was a venomous takedown of the corrupt corporation, leading to their downfall.
pronoun There is no applicable pronoun for the word 'venom'.
A1 The snake's venom is poisonous.
A2 She was bitten by a spider and the venom caused swelling.
B1 The venom of some snakes can be used in medicine.
B2 Scientists are studying the properties of scorpion venom for potential medical applications.
C1 The venom of the box jellyfish is considered one of the most potent in the world.
C2 Venom from certain species of cone snails can be used to develop new painkillers.
preposition There is no applicable preposition for the word 'venom'.
A1 The snake injected venom into its prey.
A2 The spider's venomous bite caused swelling and pain.
B1 The venom from the scorpion can be deadly if not treated promptly.
B2 The venomous fangs of the cobra can deliver a lethal dose.
C1 Scientists are studying the composition of snake venom for medical purposes.
C2 The potency of the black mamba's venom is well-known among herpetologists.
conjunction There is no applicable conjunction for the word 'venom'.
A1 I don't like snakes because they have venom.
A2 Venom can be dangerous if not treated properly.
B1 The spider injected its venom into the prey before consuming it.
B2 The venom of a black mamba snake is highly toxic and can be deadly.
C1 Scientists are studying the properties of snake venom for potential medical applications.
C2 The venomous bite of a scorpion can cause severe pain and swelling.
interjection There is no applicable interjection for the word 'venom'.
A1 Venom! That spider looks dangerous.
A2 Venom! Be careful with that snake.
B1 Venom! Watch out for that scorpion.
B2 Venom! Don't touch that jellyfish.
C1 Venom! Call for help, someone has been bitten by a poisonous creature.
C2 Venom! We need to administer the antivenom immediately.
article There is no applicable article for the word 'venom'.
A1 The venomous snake bit the man.
A2 She was scared of the venom from the spider.
B1 The venom injected by the scorpion can be deadly.
B2 The venomous fangs of the cobra are highly toxic.
C1 The scientist studied the effects of snake venom on the human body.
C2 The venom of the black mamba is one of the most potent in the world.
formal The venom of a snake can be deadly if not treated promptly.
informal I heard that spider venom can make you really sick.
slang Watch out for that guy, he's got venom in his words.
figurative Her words were filled with venom as she lashed out in anger.
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