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Leechlike (Adjective)

Meaning

Of plants or persons; having the nature or habits of a parasite or leech; living off another; "a wealthy class parasitic upon the labor of the masses"; "parasitic vines that strangle the trees"; "bloodsucking blackmailer"; "his indolent leechlike existence".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The company's leechlike business model relies on exploiting the intellectual property of smaller startups.
  • Her leechlike behavior towards her wealthy friends had become increasingly obvious to everyone.
  • The invasive species had a leechlike effect on the native ecosystem, draining its resources and causing widespread damage.
  • His leechlike dependence on his parents' financial support had stifled his motivation to find a job.
  • The politician's leechlike attachment to special interest groups had eroded the public's trust in her ability to lead.

Synonyms

  • Parasitic
  • Parasitical
  • Bloodsucking
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