noxious,

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Noxious

1. (Adjective) Harmful, injurious, or poisonous to health or living beings.

2. (Adjective) Offensive, repulsive, or objectionable in nature.

3. (Adjective) Detrimental, damaging, or causing inconvenience.

4. (Adjective) Unpleasant, disgusting, or displeasing to the senses.

Sample Sentences:

1. The noxious fumes emitted by the factory posed a serious threat to the health of the local residents.

2. The noxious odor emanating from the garbage bin made it unbearable to stay near.

3. Continuous exposure to noxious chemicals can lead to long-term health complications.

4. The noxious comments made by the politician caused a public outrage.