toxicity

Toxicity refers to something that's unhealthy or bad for someone or the environment.

When we talk about toxicity, we usually think of things like pollution, toxic chemicals, or situations where people are being hurt by others. For example, a factory might be accused of having high toxicity due to the air and water contamination it causes. In relationships, we can also talk about emotional toxicity when someone's behavior is really bad for their partner's well-being. If you hear someone say "This relationship has toxic vibes," they're probably talking about feeling drained or unhappy because of the other person's actions.