kiedättää

kiedättää is a Finnish verb. It translates to "to poison" or "to intoxicate" in English. The verb is often used in contexts related to the harmful effects of substances on living organisms. It can refer to the act of administering a poison, either intentionally or accidentally, leading to illness or death. Additionally, kiedättää can describe the state of being affected by a toxic substance, such as a person or animal being poisoned.

The verb can also be used metaphorically to describe the detrimental influence of something negative. For example, one might say that harmful ideologies can "kiedättää" society, meaning they can poison or corrupt it. The root of the word is related to "kiede," which historically referred to a poisonous substance or venom. The infinitive form is kiedättää, and its various conjugations reflect different tenses and moods, allowing for nuanced expression in Finnish. Understanding kiedättää is essential for comprehending discussions about health, safety, and the impact of harmful influences in the Finnish language.