Toksiko (en. Toxic)

tok-si-ko

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Capable of harming or damaging human health and other beings.
This chemical is considered toxic to animals.
Ang kemikal na ito ay itinuturing na toksiko sa mga hayop.
Suggesting danger or negative effects.
The toxic environment causes stress in people.
Ang toksikong kapaligiran ay nagdudulot ng stress sa mga tao.

Etymology

from the English word 'toxic'

Common Phrases and Expressions

toxic chemical
Chemical containing substances hazardous to health.
toksikong kemikal
toxic relationship
Relationship that causes emotional harm or stress.
toksikong relasyon

Related Words

toxicology
The study of the effects of toxins on organisms.
toksikolohiya
antidote
Substance that helps prevent or remove the harmful effects of toxins.
antidote

Slang Meanings

a bad person or situation that causes stress
My ex is so toxic! I don't want to talk to him/her anymore.
Yung ex ko, sobrang toksiko! Ayoko nang makipag-usap sa kanya.
noisy or full of drama
This group is so toxic, full of fights and drama!
Sobrang toksiko ng grupong 'to, puro away at drama!
people or things that give negative vibes
Avoid toxic people, they are so draining!
Iwasan mo yung mga toksikong tao, nakaka-drain sila!