sporozoan

/ˌspɒroʊˈzoʊən/

Definitions

1. noun

Any of a group of protozoan parasites of the subphylum sporozoa, which cause various diseases in animals and humans, especially malaria in humans.

“The scientist specialized in studying the life cycle of sporozoans and their effects on human health.”

Synonyms

  • parasite
  • protozoan

Antonyms

  • beneficial organism
  • host