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/ɪnˈfɛst/ · in.fest
verb
- To inhabit a place in unpleasantly large numbers; to plague, harass. Insects are infesting my basement!
- Of a parasite, to invade a host plant or animal. The parasite infests the host's bloodstream.
verb
- To plague or harass someone or something. The constant noise infests my peace and quiet.
adjective
- Mischievous; hurtful; harassing. The infestive behavior of the child needs to be addressed.
Did you know? The word 'infest' has been used in various contexts, including literature and science, to describe the invasion of a host by a parasite or the harassment of a person or place.