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What is another word for noxious weed?

Here are some words that can be used instead of "noxious weed," depending on the context and desired emphasis:

General terms:

* Invasiveness: invasive plant, invasive species, pest plant

* Harmfulness: harmful weed, damaging weed, destructive plant

* Unwantedness: unwanted plant, nuisance plant, troublesome weed

More specific terms:

* Poisonous: poisonous plant, toxic weed

* Allergenic: allergenic plant

* Aggressive: aggressive weed, rampant weed

* Harmful to animals: livestock poison plant, toxic to pets

* Impact on environment: ecological threat, ecosystem disruptor

Informal terms:

* Weed: (can sometimes be enough, depending on context)

* Pest: (can be used when focusing on the damage)

* Scourge: (stronger term, implies a serious problem)

The best word to use will depend on the specific situation and the desired impact.

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