Pest Definition

pest
noun
  1. a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal
  2. any epidemic disease with a high death rate
  3. a persistently annoying person
  4. any unwanted and destructive insect or other animal that attacks food or crops or livestock etc.; "he sprayed the garden to get rid of pests"; "many pests have developed resistance to the common pesticides"

"Pest" in song lyrics

See how pest is used in real songs:

  • "Triple your bets on the primitive pest"
    Hilltop Hoods f/ The Blue Blooded Allstars — The Blue Blooded
  • "Now that I'm used to being a pest"
    Mr. Skurge — No Secret
  • "I suggest, you don't contest measly pest"
    The Rodentz — Electro Magnetic

Usage tips for "pest"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pest" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pest to find words that pair well.

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