infestation
1 synonym for infestation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large, unwelcome presence of pests such as insects or rodents in a place.
How to use infestation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pest infestation
infestation of rats
signs of infestation
Etymology
From Late Latin infestatio, built on the verb infest.
Full origin of infestation →Frequently asked questions
What does “infestation” mean?
The word “infestation” means a large, unwelcome presence of pests such as insects or rodents in a place. In plain terms, a place being overrun by pests.
How do you pronounce “infestation”?
“Infestation” is pronounced ihn-fehs-TAY-shuhn (/ˌɪnfɛsˈteɪ̯ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “infestation” in a sentence?
Here is “infestation” used in a sentence: “The restaurant was shut down after inspectors found a cockroach infestation.”
What part of speech is “infestation”?
“Infestation” is a noun.
Where does the word “infestation” come from?
The word “infestation” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin infestatio, built on the verb infest.
