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Vocabulary Entry
infestation
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The act of infesting or the condition of being infested.
Example Sentences
"The infestation of cockroaches in the apartment made it unlivable."
"A severe infestation can cause damage to crops and affect food production."
"They called an exterminator to address the ant infestation in their kitchen."
V
verb
To inhabit or overrun in large numbers, usually causing harm or damage.
Example Sentences
"The weeds infested the garden, choking out the flowers."
"Mice began to infest the attic during the colder months."
"If left untreated, the pests will infest the entire house."