What Does Toxic Mean?

Toxicity is the degree to which a chemical substance or a particular mixture of substances can damage an organism. Toxicity can refer to the effect on a whole organism, such as an animal, bacterium, or plant, as well as the effect on a substructure of the organism, such as a cell or an organ such as the liver.

What does it mean when a girl calls you toxic?

What does "toxic" mean? Toxic, at least on social media, is a pejorative term for people others consider to be poisonous, negative, controlling, or cruel. It's also often associated with narcissism, another popular social media term that many don't totally understand.

What does it mean when a person is toxic?

A toxic person is anyone whose behavior adds negativity and upset to your life. Many times, people who are toxic are dealing with their own stresses and traumas. To do this, they act in ways that don't present them in the best light and usually upset others along the way.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.