1. substances that cause death or serious harm when absorbed by a living organism
Usage: plural of poison

1. kills or harms someone by giving them poison
Usage: third person singular present
2. corrupts or has a harmful influence on something
Usage: third person singular present; figurative

Examples

• The laboratory stores dangerous poisons in locked cabinets.
• Many household cleaners contain poisons that are harmful to children.
• The detective suspected someone poisons the victim’s coffee.
• Jealousy poisons relationships between friends.
• Negative thinking poisons one’s outlook on life.
• The factory’s waste poisons the nearby river.
• She believes gossip poisons the workplace atmosphere.