Synonyms for
Mosquitoes
Definition
Mosquitoes are small flying insects that feed on the blood of animals and humans.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- mosquito bite
- mosquito net
- mosquito repellent
- mosquito spray
- mosquito swarm
- mosquito larvae
- mosquito control
Word family
noun mosquito
adjective mosquito-borne
Usage note
Mosquitoes is the plural form of mosquito. It refers to the small, biting insects. The term is generally used in a negative context due to their annoying nature and ability to transmit diseases.
Example sentences
- I always use bug spray when I go outside to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes.
- Mosquitoes are attracted to warm bodies.
- My sister always gets bitten by mosquitoes, but I never do.
- Mosquitoes can carry diseases like malaria and West Nile virus.
- I can hear the buzzing sound of mosquitoes in my bedroom at night.
Quotes
Mosquitoes remind us that we are not as high up on the food chain as we think.
The mosquito is the state bird of New Jersey.
A mosquito has no enemies except a cold bath.