adjective
- poisonous or harmful to nerve tissue
Usage: medical; scientific
Examples
- The chemical was found to be neurotoxic to laboratory mice.
- Certain snake venoms contain neurotoxic compounds that affect the nervous system.
- Lead paint poses neurotoxic risks to developing children.
- The pesticide was banned due to its neurotoxic effects on wildlife.
- Researchers are studying the neurotoxic properties of the new drug.
- Mercury exposure can have serious neurotoxic consequences.