envenom

[ en-ven-uhm ]
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verb (used with object)
  1. to impregnate with venom; make poisonous.

  2. to embitter.

Origin of envenom

1
1250–1300; Middle English envenimen<Old French envenimer.See en-1, venom

Other words from envenom

  • un·en·ven·omed, adjective

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How to use envenom in a sentence

  • It is possible that Margaret and Edward conveyed to one another as sharp a sting as envenomed lovers attempt.

    Rhoda Fleming, Complete | George Meredith
  • Frank now fell on his back with limp paws in air and simpered girlishly up at his envenomed critic on the railing.

    The Wrong Twin | Harry Leon Wilson
  • It was during that time he was assailed by Mr. Roebuck with all the little malevolence of his envenomed nature.

    The Felon's Track | Michael Doheny
  • Never was a human creature pursued by enemies more inventive or envenomed.

    Caleb Williams | William Godwin
  • Her glance, full of envenomed hate and deadly malice, fell on Irene.

British Dictionary definitions for envenom

envenom

/ (ɪnˈvɛnəm) /


verb(tr)
  1. to fill or impregnate with venom; make poisonous

  2. to fill with bitterness or malice

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