TOXIC
/ˈtɒk.sɪk/
5 letters · 2 syllables · adjective
Definition of TOXIC
Having a chemical nature that is harmful to health or lethal if consumed or otherwise entering into the body in sufficient quantities.
"Tobacco smoke contains many toxic substances."
Appearing grossly unwell; characterised by serious, potentially life-threatening compromise in the respiratory, circulatory or other body systems.
"The child appeared toxic on arrival at the hospital."
Severely negative or harmful.
"a toxic environment that promoted bullying"
Examples of TOXIC in a Sentence
- "Tobacco smoke contains many toxic substances."
- "The child appeared toxic on arrival at the hospital."
- "a toxic environment that promoted bullying"
Word Details
Is TOXIC a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TOXIC is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TOXIC uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TOXIC
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | o | x | i | c | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 14 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TOXIC
14 words from the letters in TOXIC
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use TOXIC in Word Games
TOXIC is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TOXIC is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble TOXIC to find 14 additional valid words.