Toxic word
Almost any word can be used toxically or non-toxically, according to context. However, some words are more often used toxically than others.
When a word is used toxically, it covertly diminishes the power or happiness of the speaker or listener.
Words are toxic for one or more of the following five reasons:
1) Should-ness words: The connotation of the word includes a "should" or "should not" component. This should-ness can easily distract us from an accurate assessment of BeCoPoRiNNOO of the presented claim.
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"Defending your country is your duty."
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"Don't be a loser."
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"I just can't help being lazy."
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"I trust her with my life."
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"I told you so." (blaming)
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"They expect me to take care of them." Expect implies some should-ness.
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Why did you do that?" The "why" is accusatory, not curious.
2) Overgeneralizations: The word or expression overgeneralizes, thereby inviting inaccurate assessments in a specific circumstance (and often compounded with some should-ness).