Pest

usgb/pest/
noun

A creature that is unwanted because it causes damage or disease.

She treats her little brother like a pest.
Visual representation of "pest" - a creature that is unwanted because it causes damage or disease

Often appears as...

  • insect pest
  • pest control
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Negative Tone

The word 'pest' suggests something harmful and unwanted, often invoking a feeling of annoyance or disgust.

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After the floods, our village struggled with a rodent pest.
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Common Contexts

Usually, 'pest' is used in relation to agriculture, gardening, or household contexts where it causes problems.

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Gardeners often share tips on natural remedies to keep pest numbers down.
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Metaphorical Use

'Pest' can be used metaphorically to describe anything seen as annoyingly persistent or invasive.

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Pop-up ads are a real pest on some websites.
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