insection

/ɪnˌsɛktɪvəˈrɪnəs/ or /ɪnˌsɛk.tɪvɔːrəsnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being insectivorous.

“The insectivorousness of the local ecosystem was crucial for its balance.”

2. noun

The quality of being devouring or destructive in a manner likened to insects.

“The insectivorousness of the fire had destroyed most of the forest.”

Synonyms

  • carnivorousness
  • insect-eating

Antonyms

  • herbivorousness
  • plant-eating