noxious

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈnɒkʃəs/

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Adjective

Positive noxious

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If something is noxious, it is very unpleasant, disgusting and sickening.

   As the bird got near, the insect put out a noxious-smelling substance.