insectival

/ɪnˈsɛktɪvəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling insects

“The insectival nature of the garden made it a haven for bees and butterflies.”

2. noun

a day or period devoted to insects, especially as a festival or fair

“The insectival celebration featured bug-themed food, games, and exhibits.”

Synonyms

  • arthropod
  • entomological
  • insectoid

Antonyms

  • mammalian
  • vertebrate