Concetti Chiave
- "Rotten" describes decaying items, typically food, which often emit a bad odor.
- Beyond literal decay, "rotten" can describe unpleasant places or mean individuals, as well as feelings of illness or misery.
- "Poisonous" refers to substances harmful if ingested, potentially causing illness or death.
- Common household items, like cleaners, can be "poisonous" and require safety precautions, especially around children.
- Figuratively, "poisonous" can describe harmful relationships or malicious behavior that negatively affects others.
Definition of "rotten"
The word rotten refers to something that is in the process of decaying, usually food. This decaying food usually has a bad odor.
Ex: Rotten eggs smell the worst. I cleaned out the fridge and threw them out to appease my mother.
Ex: The fruit I have just bought is rotten. The apples are so mushy that the skin is peeling away and the leaking juices are making a mess.
The word rotten can also refer to a place that is unpleasant or a person who is mean and miserable. It is also used to talk about bad feelings or illness.
Ex: The new student at our school is rotten. All his comments seem to be intended to harm, and no one wants to be around him.
Ex: I feel rotten today. I should probably stay home from school and chill out with some chicken soup and an old movie.
Definition of "poisonous"
The word poisonous refers to something that is harmful if eaten. It implies that you will become sick or die if it is ingested.
Ex: The story of Snow White was about a young girl who ate a poisonous apple. When she took a bite her body began to hurt and she collapsed.
Ex: Many people put poisonous substances like cleaners under their kitchen sink. It is best to put a lock on the cabinet door if there are small children in the house.
Figurative uses of "poisonous"
The word poisonous can also refer to something or someone who is mean or has malicious intent.
Ex: Our friendship is poisonous. Everything I say is twisted into something negative, so I really do not think I can hang out with her anymore.
Ex: Rumours and gossip can be poisonous. Some people delight in the misery of others, but it is harmful to everyone involved.
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