parasitical

The word “parasitical” has 5 syllables: par-a-sit-i-cal

It's pronounced as /ˌpær.əˈsɪt.ɪ.kəl/


What is synonym and antonym for parasitical?

In the thesaurus, “parasitical” has 2 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for parasitical along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for parasitical

  • dependent
  • symbiotic

Antonyms for parasitical

  • autonomous
  • independent
  • nonsocial
  • semiautonomous
  • solitary

Example Sentences

  • The parasitical insects weakened the crops by feeding on their roots.
  • His parasitical tendencies made him rely on others for financial support.
  • The scientist examined the parasitical nature of the organism under a microscope.
  • Many parasitical species depend entirely on their hosts for survival.
  • The book criticized the parasitical elite who lived off the labor of the poor.

On this page you'll find 7 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to parasitical, such as: autonomous, dependent, independent, nonsocial, semiautonomous, solitary, symbiotic.

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