toxicity
toxicity
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling of "toxicity" is /tɒkˈsɪsɪtɪ/ or /tɑkˈsɪsɪti/.
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
tok: /tɒk/
/t/: voiceless alveolar plosive
/ɒ/: open-mid back rounded vowel
/k/: voiceless velar plosive
sis: /ˈsɪs/
/ˈ/: primary stress
/s/: voiceless alveolar fricative
/ɪ/: near-close near-front unrounded vowel
/s/: voiceless alveolar fricative
i: /ɪ/
/ɪ/: near-close near-front unrounded vowel
ty: /tɪ/
/t/: voiceless alveolar plosive
/ɪ/: near-close near-front unrounded vowel
Word Form Variations
More toxic: This comparative form indicates a higher degree of toxicity.
Most toxic: This superlative form indicates the highest degree of toxicity.
Toxicities: This plural form can be used to refer to different types or instances of toxicity.
For example, you might say:
"The toxicity of lead is well-known."
"Substance A is more toxic than Substance B."
"We need to study the different toxicities of these chemicals."
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Noun
Definition: The quality or state of being poisonous or harmful.
Synonyms: Poisonousness, noxiousness, venosity, virulence
Antonyms: Harmlessness, innocuousness, safety
Adjective
Definition: Poisonous or harmful.
Synonyms: Poisonous, noxious, venomous, virulent
Antonyms: Harmless, innocuous, safe
Examples of Use
General Public Discourse
"The toxicity of the political climate has reached a new low."
"We need to address the toxicity of online hate speech."
News and Online Publications
"The toxicity of lead in drinking water poses a serious health risk." (The New York Times)
"Social media platforms are grappling with the issue of toxicity in online communities." (The Guardian)
Books and Academic Writing
"The novel explores the toxicity of unchecked ambition." (A fictional novel)
"The study examines the toxicity of certain chemicals on marine life." (A scientific journal)
Entertainment Media
"The villain's toxicity is palpable in every scene." (A movie review)
"The character's toxic behavior drives the plot forward." (A TV show analysis)
Social Media
"The toxicity of this comment section is astounding." (A social media post)
"I'm taking a break from social media to avoid the toxicity." (A social media post)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Toxicity
"Toxicity is the silent killer of relationships—learn to recognize it before it poisons your soul." — Anonymous
"The toxicity of gossip is that it poisons both the speaker and the listener." — Anonymous
"Never drink from the cup of toxicity, no matter how beautiful the vessel." — Anonymous
"The greatest act of self-love is to remove yourself from toxicity, no matter how familiar it feels." — Anonymous
"A toxic mindset will ruin even the most beautiful soul." — Anonymous
"In a world full of toxicity, choose to be the breath of fresh air." — Anonymous
"Toxicity thrives on silence; speak up and clear the air." — Anonymous
"Toxicity is a weed that must be uprooted from your heart if you wish to see your garden grow." — Anonymous
"Life is too short to drink from a toxic well—seek the rivers of truth and love instead." — Anonymous
"Don’t let the toxicity of others suffocate your inner light." — Anonymous
Etymology
The word "toxicity" comes from the Greek word "toxikon," which meant "poisonous." This word, in turn, is connected to the Greek word "toxon," meaning "bow."
Why a word for "poison" come from a word for "bow"? Well, in ancient times, people used bows and arrows with poison-tipped arrows for hunting and warfare. So, the idea of poison and harm was linked to the bow and arrow.
The first known use of the word "toxicity" in English was in the 1870s. It was used to describe the degree of harmfulness of a substance.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Toxicity
While "toxicity" is a relatively recent addition to the English lexicon, it has quickly become a part of everyday language, particularly in discussions about relationships, social interactions, and environmental issues.
Here are some common phrases and idioms that incorporate "toxicity" or related concepts:
Toxic relationship: A relationship characterized by emotional abuse, manipulation, or other harmful behaviors.
Toxic positivity: The practice of forcing positivity, even in difficult situations, which can be harmful and dismissive of genuine emotions.
Toxic work environment: A workplace culture characterized by bullying, harassment, or other negative behaviors.
Toxic masculinity: Harmful or destructive forms of masculinity that emphasize aggression, dominance, and the suppression of emotions.
Toxic waste: Hazardous substances that can harm the environment and human health.
While there aren't many established idioms using "toxicity" specifically, we can create some original phrases that capture the essence of harmful situations:
To be a toxic influence: To have a negative impact on someone's life or well-being.
To spew toxicity: To spread harmful or hateful speech or behavior.
To detoxify one's life: To remove harmful influences or habits from one's life.
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Source Information
Definition of toxicity from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
