toxicity

//tɒkˈsɪs.ɪ.ti//
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Noun

toxicitySingular
toxicitiesPlural
1

The quality or degree of being toxic or poisonous.

Scientists are studying the toxicity of this chemical.

2

A harmful or destructive quality, especially in behavior, relationships, or environments.

The toxicity of the work environment caused many employees to quit.