infestive

/ɪnˈfɛstɪv/ ihn-FEST-iv

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or tending to cause infestation or pestering

“The infestive presence of mosquitoes at the outdoor party was unbearable.”

2. adjective

causing or characterized by infestation

“The infestive ants in the kitchen were a major problem.”

3. noun

a person or thing that causes infestation or pestering

“The infestive neighbor was constantly bothering the family with noise complaints.”

Synonyms

  • annoying
  • menacing
  • pestering

Antonyms

  • benign
  • harmless