toxic
🇺🇸
/ˈtɑːksɪk/
🇬🇧
/ˈtɒksɪk/
adjective
C1
poisonous or harmful to living things
Some plants are toxic and can make you sick if eaten.
R
debt or investments that cause serious financial problems
The bank had toxic assets that threatened its survival.
R
harmful, controlling, or unpleasant in relationships
She left the toxic work environment for a healthier job.
translation
poisonous or harmful to living things; debt or investments that cause serious financial problems; harmful, controlling, or unpleasant in relationships