Dictionary Check: parasitical

"parasitical" is a valid word!

Scrabble 15 points
Words with Friends 18 points

Definition

adjective

relating to or caused by parasites

Example: "parasitic infection"
Synonyms:
adjective

of plants or persons; having the nature or habits of a parasite or leech; living off another

Example: "a wealthy class parasitic upon the labor of the masses"

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