noxious
/ˈnɒkʃəs/ · /ˈnɑːkʃəs/
CEFR level C2Topic EnvironmentWord #7065 in the learning path
有害的；有毒的
Definitions
adj. harmful or poisonous to people or other living things
有害的；有毒的
Example
Noxious fumes from the spill forced everyone to leave.
泄漏物产生的有毒烟气迫使所有人离开。
Stricter controls on industrial emissions are needed to protect nearby communities from exposure to noxious gases.
需要更严格地控制工业排放，以保护附近社区免受有毒气体侵害。
Collocations
- noxious fumes
- noxious gases
- noxious substances
Word family
- noxiousness (n.)
Synonyms
- harmful
- toxic
- poisonous
Antonyms
- harmless
Usage tip
常形容气体或物质；不只是气味难闻。
FAQ
- What does noxious mean?
- harmful or poisonous to people or other living things
- How is noxious pronounced?
- UK /ˈnɒkʃəs/, US /ˈnɑːkʃəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
