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Vocabulary Entry
antidote
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A substance that counteracts a poison or adverse effect.
Example Sentences
"The doctor administered an antidote to the patient who had ingested a toxic substance."
"Always keep an antidote for snake bites in your first aid kit."
"The researchers are developing an antidote for the newly discovered poison."
V
verb
To counteract or neutralize a poison or harmful agent.
Example Sentences
"The team worked tirelessly to antidote the effects of the venom."
"After analyzing the poison, they were able to antidote it effectively."
"She used her knowledge of herbs to antidote the toxins in the patient's system."