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.