Synonyms for

Infestation

Verb / ˌɪˈnfeˈsteɪʃʌn / Another word for infestation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Infestation means the presence of a large number of harmful insects or animals in a place, often causing damage or disease.

Synonyms & similar words

plague plague invasion swarm outbreak epidemic colony horde flock herd mass multiplication proliferation propagation spread superabundance surfeit surge throng torrent wave

Example sentences

  1. The infestation of mosquitoes made it impossible to enjoy our backyard.
  2. We had to throw away all of our food because of the infestation of mice.
  3. The infestation of bed bugs in the hotel room was so bad that we had to switch rooms.
  4. The infestation of termites caused extensive damage to our home.
  5. The infestation of cockroaches in our apartment was disgusting.

Quotes

  • Weeds are the symptoms of an infested garden and not the cause. - Mike McGrath
  • Weeds are nature's healing remedy for sites that are in a wounded, plantless state, but weeds and humans have different ideas of what constitutes a good healing plant. - Sara Stein
  • I have learned that the swiftest traveler is he that goes afoot. - Thoreau

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