infestation Synonyms
infestation Meaning
infestation (n)
the state of being invaded or overrun by parasites
a swarm of insects that attack plants
infestation Sentence Examples
- 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.
- The pantry was infested with weevils, contaminating flour and other dry goods.
- The forest was experiencing an unprecedented infestation of bark beetles, devastating vast tracts of trees.
- The pet gerbil developed an infestation of mites, causing intense itching and discomfort.
- The garden was infested with aphids, draining the life from plants and leaving them stunted and wilted.
- The water feature in the backyard became a breeding ground for mosquitoes, leading to an infestation that plagued the surrounding area.
- 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
plague, crawl, infect, overwhelm, overrun, beset, contaminate, annoy,abound,teem
No antonyms found.
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.
