Aconite/ˈæ.kə.naɪt/nounThe herb wolfsbane, or monkshood; any plant of the genus Aconitum, all the species of which are poisonous.An extract or tincture obtained from Aconitum napellus, used as a poison and medicinally.Synonyms: monkshood, wolfsbane🔗 Explore synonyms & relationships🌍 See word origin & history