Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

venomous

[ven-uh-muhs] / ˈvɛn ə məs /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

Weary of venomous snake bites, British authorities put a bounty on dead cobras — but this only incentivized locals to breed more of the snakes, in order to collect even more reward money.

From Salon Aug. 12, 2026

One man’s fixation is another man’s repulsive, venomous puff adder.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

Adriano, at his peak, was a phenomenal forward - skilful and powerful with a venomous strike, racking up 48 caps and 27 goals for Brazil.

From BBC May 5, 2026

Like other members of the Trimeresurus genus, the Huaxi Green Pitviper is venomous and capable of causing snakebite envenoming.

From Science Daily Apr. 22, 2026

The horns are short and the fangs are particularly venomous.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling




Vocabulary lists containing venomous


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training