Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pest
noun
/pɛst/
Definition
A pest is an unwanted organism that causes harm to plants, animals, or humans.
Examples
- The farmer used pesticides to control the pests in his crops.
- Many people consider mosquitoes to be a common household pest.
- Rats and mice are often seen as pests in urban areas.
Meaning
In a broader sense, the term can refer to anything or anyone that causes annoyance or trouble.
Synonyms
- nuisance
- vermin
- infestation
- plague
- bug
