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virulent

(adj): extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom

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(adj): vs. nontoxic) -- (of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison

(adj): vs. avirulent) -- (infectious; having the ability to cause disease

(adj): (of a microorganism) extremely infective

(adj): (of a disease) having a rapid course and violent effect

(adj): harsh or corrosive in tone

(adj): vs. pleasant) -- (disagreeable to the senses, to the mind, or feelings

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6 months ago seanahan said:

That's an excellent metaphoric use of virulent.

6 months ago brtom said:

"By cunning, cautious; or by nature, cold, 15
In maiden madness, virulently bold!"
Sheridan, School for Scandal

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