Parasitically (Adverb)
Meaning
In a parasitic manner.
Examples
- Some plants grow parasitically on other plants to derive nutrients and water from their hosts.
- Tapeworms feed parasitically on their hosts, absorbing nutrients directly from the digestive system.
- The guest was acting parasitically at the party, eating and drinking as much as possible without contributing anything.
- In a parasitic manner, the politician's reputation preyed on the popularity of other leaders to gain more votes.
- Mistletoe lives parasitically on various tree species, wrapping its roots tightly around the branches to steal water and nutrients.