No. 12,166 in Spanish
intoxicación
"Intoxicación" in English means "poisoning" or "the state of being adversely affected by a substance."
In a sentence
La intoxicación alimentaria puede ser peligrosa.
Food poisoning can be dangerous.
The word 'intoxicación' is used here to describe poisoning or adverse effects caused by contaminated food, highlighting a medical context.
Experimentó una intoxicación química debido a la exposición prolongada.
He experienced chemical poisoning due to prolonged exposure.
In this sentence, 'intoxicación' refers to harm or poisoning caused by chemicals, continuing the medical or health-related usage.
En clase discutimos la intoxicación mediática y sus efectos en la sociedad.
In class, we discussed media intoxication and its effects on society.
Here, 'intoxicación' metaphorically refers to a figurative intoxication caused by excessive exposure to media, showcasing its usage in sociocultural contexts.
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