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toxic setting

[ˈtɒksɪk ˈsetɪŋ]
nounpl: toxic settings
ambiente tóxico
1. An environment or situation characterized by negativity, hostility, harmful behavior, or unhealthy dynamics that negatively affects the well-being of people within it
Working in a toxic setting can lead to burnout and mental health issues.
Trabalhar em um ambiente tóxico pode levar ao esgotamento e problemas de saúde mental.
2. A social, professional, or personal context where manipulation, abuse, or disrespect is normalized
She decided to leave the toxic setting of her previous job.
Ela decidiu sair do ambiente tóxico de seu trabalho anterior.
NYC Slang
mad toxic vibe
Synonyms
hostile environmentunhealthy environmentnegative atmospherepoisonous settingabusive environment
Antonyms
healthy environmentsupportive settingpositive atmospheresafe spacenurturing environment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ambiente tóxico
most commonly used term
Rio de Janeiro
clima tóxico
emphasis on the atmosphere or climate of toxicity
São Paulo
ambiente tóxico
standard usage in professional contexts
Portugal
ambiente tóxico
identical to Brazilian usage, widely understood

Related Idioms & Phrases

a den of vipers
a snake pit
cut ties with a toxic setting
escape a toxic environment
remove oneself from toxicity
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