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parasitic

parasitic is a versatile word that can be applied to various contexts.

ℹ️ Part of speech

parasitic is an ADJECTIVE.

🗣️ Pronunciation

parasitic is pronounced /ˌpær.ə.ˈsɪ.tɪk/ or pair-uh-SIH-tik.

📚️ Definition

parasitic means relating to or caused by a parasite, or living off another person or organism without providing anything in return. Example: a parasitic relationship.

📰 Examples

Here are some examples of parasitic in usage:

• The tapeworm is a parasitic organism that lives inside the intestines of its host.
• The cuckoo bird is known for its parasitic behavior, laying its eggs in the nests of other birds.
• Jimmy Bob had a parasitic friend who was always borrowing money and never paying it back.

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parasitic most nearly means

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Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies a parasitic relationship?

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💁🏼 Tips!

A common mistake is to confuse parasitic with symbiotic. While both involve relationships between organisms, a parasitic relationship is one-sided and harmful to one party, whereas a symbiotic relationship benefits both parties involved.

✅ Quiz answer/s

Answers:

• D, freeloading.
• D, A student who constantly copies homework from his classmates.

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