What is another word for venenation?

Pronunciation: [vˌɛnənˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA)

Venenation is a rare word that describes the process of poisoning. It is often used in formal or academic contexts, but there are several synonyms that can be used in everyday language. Poisoning, toxication, contamination, and envenoming are just a few of the synonyms for venenation. Each of these words describes the same process of introducing a harmful substance into the body, whether intentionally or accidentally. While they may vary in their connotations or usage, they can be understood interchangeably. Using synonyms can enrich our vocabulary, and help us communicate more specifically and accurately. So next time you need to talk about poisoning, consider using a synonym for venenation.

Synonyms for Venenation:

What are the hypernyms for Venenation?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    animal defense mechanism, invertebrate defense, response to threat.

Usage examples for Venenation

In the popular imagination she lives chiefly as a terrific poisoner, an appalling artist in venenation.
"The Life of Cesare Borgia"
Raphael Sabatini
The story that he had been poisoned was already spreading like a conflagration through Rome, arising out of the appearance of the body, which was such as was popularly associated with venenation.
"The Life of Cesare Borgia"
Raphael Sabatini

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