infestation Synonyms

infestation Meaning

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infestation (n)

the state of being invaded or overrun by parasites

a swarm of insects that attack plants

infestation Sentence Examples

  1. The house was plagued by a severe infestation of termites, compromising its structural integrity.
  2. The rat infestation in the city alleyways posed a serious health hazard, necessitating immediate pest control measures.
  3. The aquarium suffered from a stubborn algae infestation that threatened the delicate ecosystem.
  4. The lawn was overrun by an infestation of crabgrass, choking out the desirable turf.
  5. The pantry was infested with weevils, contaminating flour and other dry goods.
  6. The forest was experiencing an unprecedented infestation of bark beetles, devastating vast tracts of trees.
  7. The pet gerbil developed an infestation of mites, causing intense itching and discomfort.
  8. The garden was infested with aphids, draining the life from plants and leaving them stunted and wilted.
  9. The water feature in the backyard became a breeding ground for mosquitoes, leading to an infestation that plagued the surrounding area.
  10. The apartment complex faced a persistent bedbug infestation, making it impossible for tenants to sleep soundly.

FAQs About the word infestation

the state of being invaded or overrun by parasites, a swarm of insects that attack plants

infect,plague, overwhelm, crawl, overrun, beset,abound, annoy, contaminate,teem

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The house was plagued by a severe infestation of termites, compromising its structural integrity.

The rat infestation in the city alleyways posed a serious health hazard, necessitating immediate pest control measures.

The aquarium suffered from a stubborn algae infestation that threatened the delicate ecosystem.

The lawn was overrun by an infestation of crabgrass, choking out the desirable turf.